Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Name: Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, (divided); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs OR 2 ½ cups rotisserie chicken ((see notes)); salt and pepper; 1 1/2 cups carrots sliced 1/4-inch thick; 1 1/2 cups celery sliced 3/8-inch thick; 1 onion, (diced); 4-6 cloves garlic, (minced); 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 8 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon granulated chicken bouillon, bouillon cubes or better than bouillon; 1 tablespoon dried parsley or 3 TBS fresh; 1 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried basil; 1/2 tsp EACH dried thyme, dried sage, ground cumin; pinch -1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 bay leaves; 2 cups half and half (or evaporated milk + 1/2 TBS cornstarch); 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 cups wide egg noodles, uncooked; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:35min

This Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is destined to become your new favorite chicken noodle soup recipe made without any canned soups! It’s easy comfort food all made in one pot for any night of the week. You just can't beat juicy chicken, plump noodles, tender carrots and celery, swaddled in a creamy herb and Parmesan laced broth. This recipe is also extremely versatile and pantry friendly – swap in any of your favorite veggies, your favorite pasta and/or use rotisserie chicken, thighs or breasts. This creamy dream also reheats beautifully for make ahead dinner or lunches! Serve your Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup with sweet cornbread and apple salad for a complete feast!

Updated at: Thu, 07 May 2026 04:46:50 GMT