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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

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A rich and comforting homemade creamy chicken noodle soup featuring tender chicken, egg noodles, and a silky cottage cheese-based broth, perfect for cozy nights and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 6 ounces egg noodles (medium-wide preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth (homemade or low sodium store-bought)
  • 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop onion, carrots, celery, and mince garlic.
  2. Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and add thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add egg noodles and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. While noodles cook, blend cottage cheese with heavy cream (if using) until smooth and creamy.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in blended cottage cheese mixture and shredded chicken. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld flavors. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove bay leaf, sprinkle chopped parsley over the soup, stir lightly, and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook noodles to avoid mushiness. Blend cottage cheese thoroughly for smooth texture. Add salt gradually as broth and cottage cheese add saltiness. Simmer gently after adding dairy to prevent curdling. Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience. Add broth or water if soup is too thick.

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