Hearty Chicken and Homemade Noodle Soup
Prep time:
30 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
10 cups
Quick Tips
Broth can be canned or made using bouillon. For each cup of broth use 1 cup very hot water and 1 teaspoon or 1 cube bouillon.
Try whole wheat flour to include whole grains. Freeze extra for another meal.
Hearty Chicken and Homemade Noodle Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups flour
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups water and 3 tablespoons water
- 4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (see notes)
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
- 2 cups mixed vegetables, fresh, canned, or frozen
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
For noodles:
1. Put flour in a medium bowl, make a well in center, and add eggs. Mix well. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough is stiff but easy to roll.
2. Place dough onto a floured surface. Roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness using a rolling pin or a sturdy, straight sided drinking glass or jar.
3. Cut into 1/4 to 1/2 inch strips, about 3-5 inches long. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
For soup:
1. In a large pot, add water and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
2. Add noodles a few at a time to water and chicken broth mixture. Bring the soup back to a boil.
3. Add chicken, vegetables, and pepper. Boil for 12-15 minutes or until noodles are tender. Serve warm.
Refrigerate or freeze within 2 hours.
Quick Tips
Broth can be canned or made using bouillon. For each cup of broth use 1 cup very hot water and 1 teaspoon or 1 cube bouillon.
Try whole wheat flour to include whole grains. Freeze extra for another meal.
Prep time:
30 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
10 cups
Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. This material was partially funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - (SNAP) and USDA's Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program - (EFNEP).