Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup (The Easiest Comfort Meal Ever)

There is something timeless about a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. It’s simple, comforting, and somehow tastes even better the next day.

This recipe is one of the easiest soups you’ll ever make, and it’s so much better than opening a can. It uses just five ingredients, comes together in about 30 minutes, and easily feeds four people with plenty of leftovers to spare.

It’s one of those meals we always keep in our back pocket. We almost always have the ingredients on hand, which means we can whip it up anytime someone needs a little extra comfort.

And honestly? The leftovers might be the best part. Once the flavors have had more time to mingle together, it tastes even richer the next day.

Why We Love This Easy Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Only 5 main ingredients
Ready in about 30 minutes
Easy to double (or halve)
Perfect for leftovers
Freezer-friendly
Family-approved

It’s a great “clean out the fridge” recipe too. Baby carrots? Use them. Bouillon cubes instead of broth? Totally fine. Deboned rotisserie chicken from last night’s dinner? Perfect.

Ingredient Tips & Substitutions

Chicken Broth
You can absolutely use homemade broth if you have it. But we typically use store-bought broth for convenience. Bouillon cubes work great too! Just prepare according to package directions.

Carrots
Large carrots or baby carrots both work. If using large carrots, wash thoroughly (especially near the tops where dirt hides) or peel before chopping into large bite-sized pieces.

Celery
Be sure to wash well. Dirt can hide near the base. Chop into chunky pieces so they hold up in the soup.

Rotisserie Chicken
We love using pre-shredded rotisserie chicken from Costco because it’s easy and convenient. You can also debone your own rotisserie chicken (Sam’s has a great budget option). Bonus: use the leftover bones to make homemade broth!

Egg Noodles
Frozen egg noodles (like Reames) are fantastic, but dried egg noodles work just as well. Use what you have.

a bowl of chicken noodle soup on a wood table

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

The Easiest Comfort Meal Ever

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 quarts chicken broth
3-4 large carrots chopped
2-3 ribs celery chopped
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 16 oz package egg noodles (frozen or dried)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fresh dill for garnish

Method

Add chicken broth to a large pot and bring to a boil.
Add chopped carrots and celery. Cook for 10–15 minutes, or until tender.
Stir in shredded chicken and egg noodles.
* Dried noodles: cook about 10 minutes.
* Frozen noodles: cook slightly less, until tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm. Garnish with fresh dill if you have it.
That’s it. Simple. Cozy. Done.

Notes

How to Store & Freeze

Refrigerator:
Store in airtight containers or mason jars for up to 4–5 days.

Freezer:
Pour into freezer-safe gallon bags or portion into individual containers for easy single servings. Lay flat to freeze for space-saving storage.

It’s the kind of meal you’ll be grateful to have ready on a busy weeknight or when someone in the house isn’t feeling their best.

Reminder About Gathering

One of the things we love most about simple recipes like this is that they create space. Space to slow down. Space to sit at the table together. Space to check in on each other.

Even when life feels busy or uncertain, we can still gather! Maybe not always in big ways, but in small, meaningful ones. Around a pot of soup. Over a phone call. Through a text. Around a table at home.

Easiest Chicken Noodle Soup