Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup Inspired by Panera
This comforting chicken noodle soup is inspired by the flavors of Panera Bread, featuring tender chicken and hearty vegetables in a savory broth.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots peeled and sliced
- 2 stalks celery sliced into half-moons
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 2 cups egg noodles
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; add chicken, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add egg noodles and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.