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Creamy Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

A rich and comforting chicken noodle soup that warms the soul and brings nostalgia with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin for added flavor.
  • 1 onion diced onion Yellow onions are sweet and budget-friendly.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Use 5 cloves if you're feeling under the weather.
  • 1 pound rotisserie chicken, shredded Pre-cooked saves time without sacrificing taste.
  • 5 cups chicken broth Homemade preferred, or low-sodium store-bought.
  • 2 cups egg noodles A lovely bite to these noodles.
For Creaminess and Flavor
  • 8 ounces cream cheese For indulgent creaminess.
  • 1 cup frozen peas Adds color and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill Or 2 teaspoons fresh dill if available.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust seasoning gradually.
Optional Garnish
  • Chopped green onions For garnish, if desired.

Method
 

Cooking the Soup
  1. In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken, ensuring it gets coated in those lovely oils and aromatics.
  4. Carefully pour in the chicken broth and give everything a good stir.
  5. Add the egg noodles and bring the soup to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until noodles are tender.
  6. Stir in the cream cheese until fully incorporated, then toss in the frozen peas and the dill.
  7. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

This soup pairs wonderfully with a light white wine or chamomile tea. Leftovers taste even better the next day!
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