Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Why This is The Best Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup!

When the weather is cold, sometimes all you want is a hot, comforting bowl of soup, and this creamy chicken noodle soup is just the thing to make you feel warm and cozy.

In creating this recipe, I found that using wide egg noodles, fresh chicken tenders, and just a splash of cream makes this soup seem absolutely luxurious.

Although you can use any cooked chicken, chicken tenders are exactly that... tender. They also cook quickly, as do the noodles. The vegetables are shredded and chopped so that they too cook quickly and still add savory flavors to the soup.

Although most creamy soups contain a roux of flour and butter, this soup gets a quick start with a can of condensed cream of chicken soup and a huge flavor boost from the Better Than Bouillon brand of chicken bouillon.

Lastly, to keep this soup easy on the tummy, there are no heavy spices or alliums such as garlic or onion.

Every spoonful, from the first to the last, is so tasty and satisfying that you might think you have to spend hours to make a soup this tasty. But it has a quick prep time and can be on the table in just 30 minutes.

Not only is it quick to prepare, but it is also very simple to make and contains mostly pantry and refrigerator staples. So the next time you want a hot, comforting bowl of soup, this creamy chicken noodle soup is just the thing to make you feel warm and cozy.

It's a soup that is so good, you will want to make a pot to share with a neighbor recovering from a cold or a good friend who has suffered a loss.

So, Let's Cook!

Substitutions & Variations

• Substitute Shredded Chicken. Instead of chicken tenders, you can use cooked chicken breasts, chicken thighs, rotisserie chicken, or any leftover chicken. Simply remove the meat from the bones and use 1 pound of white breast meat, dark meat, or a combination of both.
• Add More Vegetables. Add a package of mixed frozen vegetables to the soup when you add the chicken, noodles, celery, and carrots.
• Add Corn. Corn adds a touch of sweetness and is a great addition to this soup. You can add up to 1 cup of fresh or frozen corn kernels.
• Substitute Potatoes. Instead of noodles, you can use small new potatoes that are peeled and sliced.
• Add Pepper. For a spicy soup and up to a teaspon of freshly ground pepper.
• Add Herbs. Thyme, bay leaves, and fresh parsley are popular herbs to add to chicken soup. Add your favorite herbs when you add the celery and carrots. Fresh parsley and fresh type also make a pretty garnish for the soup.
• Substitute Rice. If you are not a fan of noodles or pasta you can substitute 1 ½ cups of white rice with the chicken and carrots and simmer until the rice is tender. Add the celery toward the end of the cooking time to keep it from becoming too soft.

What to Serve with Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

This soup is so rich and hearty it really doesn't need anything else. But if you like a heartier meal, the following are delicious accompaniments.

• Crackers, Croutons, Oyster Crackers, or Saltines
• Beer Bread
• Rustic Artisanal Bread
• Parmesan Crostini
• Garlic Parmesan Bread Knots
• Steakhouse Dinner Rolls