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Cozy Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup for Chilly Days

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A quick and easy chicken noodle soup made with a rotisserie chicken, rich broth, and tender egg noodles. Perfect for chilly days when you need comfort without the wait.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large rotisserie chicken (about 2–3 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 3 cups wide egg noodles (about 8 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Shred the chicken: Remove meat from rotisserie chicken, shred into bite-sized pieces, and set aside. Reserve the carcass.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: In a large stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  3. Simmer the broth: Pour in chicken broth, add thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, pepper, and salt. Place the chicken carcass in the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove the carcass: Carefully lift out the carcass and discard. Optionally strain broth for a clearer soup.
  5. Cook the noodles: Bring broth to a boil, add egg noodles, and cook according to package directions (about 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
  6. Add the chicken: Reduce heat to low, stir in shredded chicken, and heat through for 1-2 minutes. Adjust seasoning.
  7. Finish and serve: Remove bay leaf. Stir in parsley and lemon juice (if using). Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Notes

For leftovers, cook noodles separately and store them apart from the broth to prevent mushiness. Simmering the chicken carcass is key for rich flavor. Adjust salt carefully due to rotisserie chicken’s saltiness. Lemon juice brightens the soup.

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Keywords: chicken noodle soup, rotisserie chicken soup, easy chicken soup, cozy soup, cold weather soup, quick dinner

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