Chicken and macaroni soup is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for chilly days or when you’re craving a cozy meal. Here’s a simple recipe to make chicken and macaroni soup:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup macaroni or any small pasta
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Parmesan cheese, grated, for serving
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Add Garlic and Herbs:
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in the dried thyme and dried parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add Broth and Chicken:
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
- Add the cooked chicken to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add Pasta:
- Once the soup is simmering, add the macaroni or small pasta to the pot.
- Cook the soup according to the pasta package instructions, usually for about 8-10 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
- Adjust Seasonings:
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve:
- Once the pasta is cooked and the soup is seasoned to your liking, remove the pot from the heat.
- Ladle the chicken and macaroni soup into bowls.
- Optionally, garnish each serving with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
- Enjoy:
- Serve the chicken and macaroni soup hot, alongside crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.
This chicken and macaroni soup is simple to make yet incredibly flavorful and satisfying. It’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for warming you up on cold days or whenever you’re in need of a nourishing meal.
