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Creamy chicken noodle soup with mini croutons

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup with Mini Croutons Bliss

Hearty creamy chicken noodle soup with mini croutons that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with boneless thighs for richer flavor.
  • 4 slices Streaky Bacon Opt for lean bacon if health is a concern.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for sautéing vegetables.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 1 large Carrot Finely chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Optional; use fresh or dried.
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen or canned.
  • 3 tablespoons Flour For thickening.
  • 2 cups Milk Full-fat recommended.
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Chicken Stock/Broth Healthy option recommended.
  • 1 cup Water Adjust soup consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Cooking Salt
  • 4 ounces Broken Angel Hair Pasta Can swap with small pasta.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Add directly from the freezer.
For the Croutons
  • 2 cups Crusty Bread Sourdough is ideal.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (345°F). Cut the crusty bread into bite-sized cubes, toss with olive oil and salt, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Add streaky bacon to a large pot over medium heat, cooking until golden and crisp for about 5-7 minutes, then chop into smaller pieces.
  3. Add seasoned chicken breast to the pot and sear for about 5-6 minutes until cooked through, then chop into small cubes.
  4. Melt unsalted butter in the pot and sauté finely diced onion, minced garlic, chopped celery, and carrot for 5 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in flour until combined, then gradually pour in milk and chicken stock along with water to achieve desired consistency, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add broken angel hair pasta and corn, cooking for 5 minutes before adding frozen peas and chopped chicken during the last 2 minutes.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls, top with crispy croutons, and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure flour is well incorporated to avoid lumps. Store leftovers by separating pasta from the broth.

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