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Quick 20-Min Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup

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A rich and savory chicken noodle soup made with rotisserie chicken, ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need comforting soup fast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into half-moons
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed and meat shredded
  • 8 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep the vegetables: Dice the onion, slice the carrots into half-moons, and slice the celery. Mince the garlic. Set aside.
  2. Shred the chicken: Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and discard. Pull the meat off the bones and shred into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  3. Melt the butter: Place a Dutch oven over medium heat and add the butter. Let it melt until it starts to foam slightly, about 1 minute.
  4. Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes until softened and onion is translucent.
  5. Add the garlic and herbs: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the broth: Slowly pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Cook the noodles: Once boiling, add the egg noodles. Stir gently, reduce heat to medium, and cook according to package directions (usually 6-8 minutes) until tender.
  8. Add the chicken: Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and let it heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Finish with lemon juice: Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve immediately: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

For best results, cook noodles separately if making ahead to prevent them from absorbing too much broth. The lemon juice is the secret ingredient that brightens the soup. Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness.

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Keywords: chicken noodle soup, rotisserie chicken, quick soup, easy dinner, comfort food, weeknight meal

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