Hey there, soup lovers!
Craving something warm and comforting? I’ve got a super easy recipe for you today!
Let’s make delicious chicken soup using canned chicken.
It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for those busy days when you need a cozy meal fast.
So grab your ingredients, and let’s whip up a bowl of goodness!
Suggestions for Ingredient Substitution
Canned chicken breast can be replaced with cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken for a fresher taste and texture. Use about 3 cups of shredded chicken as a substitute for the two cans. This option allows for more control over sodium content and can be more cost-effective.
Chicken bouillon cubes can be swapped with low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth for a healthier alternative. Replace the 8 cups of water and 4 bouillon cubes with 8 cups of broth. This substitution reduces sodium while maintaining flavor.
Egg noodles can be substituted with whole wheat pasta, rice noodles, or zucchini noodles for various dietary needs. Use the same amount of whole wheat pasta or rice noodles, but reduce cooking time for zucchini noodles. These alternatives offer different nutritional profiles and can accommodate gluten-free or low-carb diets.
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 20-30 minutes |
| Total Time | 30-45 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 800-900
- Protein: 60-70 g
- Fat: 10-15 g
- Carbohydrates: 100-110 g
Ingredients
- 1 can green peas, drained
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 can sliced carrots, drained
- 1 tbsp Italian herbs
- 1 tbsp garlic powder (freshly minced clove can also be used for more flavor)
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 cans chicken breast chunks (drained and rinsed well)
- 4 chicken bouillon cubes (I use Knorr brand)
- 8 cups water
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Start by draining and rinsing the canned chicken.
Once rinsed, break the chicken chunks into smaller pieces to ensure they are bite-sized and ready for the soup.
Step 2: Boil the Broth Base
In a large pot, add water and chicken bouillon cubes.
Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the bouillon is fully dissolved and the broth is well-flavored.
Step 3: Cook the Soup Base
Once the broth is boiling, add the broken-down chicken and any other soup ingredients except for the noodles.
Reduce the heat to medium and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 4: Prepare the Noodles
Decide on your preferred method for cooking the noodles.
You can either add them directly to the soup pot and allow them to cook in the broth for the last 10 minutes, or you can cook them separately in a pot of boiling water.
If cooking separately, cook until they are tender, then drain.
Step 5: Finalize the Soup
If you opted to cook the noodles separately, add them to the soup just before serving.
Stir everything well to ensure the noodles are evenly distributed throughout the soup.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Once the noodles are incorporated and everything is heated through, serve the soup hot.
Enjoy your delicious chicken noodle soup!
