Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
A comforting and creamy chicken noodle soup that blends tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and rich flavors, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Vegetables Base
- 2 pieces carrots, peeled & chopped
- 2 pieces celery stalks, chopped
- 8-10 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 piece onion, chopped
Cooking Essentials
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 2 packets Sazon con azafran
- 1.5 - 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1-2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- to taste Salt & pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté these ingredients for a few minutes until the vegetables begin to soften and the onion becomes translucent.
- Once the vegetables are softened, add the chopped garlic and olive oil. Sauté until fragrant, about a minute.
- Stir in the flour and cook for another couple of minutes, ensuring everything is well combined.
Cooking
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Whisk for about three to five minutes until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the Sazon packets, bay leaves, and the chicken breasts. Cover the pot halfway and let it boil for about ten to fifteen minutes.
- After boiling, remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back to the pot.
- Add the heavy cream and bring the soup back to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for five to ten minutes.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and the chopped parsley. Add the egg noodles and cook them according to the package directions.
Notes
This soup can be adjusted for thickness by varying the flour. Always taste as you go, and add a splash of chicken broth or water for reheating if needed. Can add lemon juice or extra herbs for variations.