Italian-Style Chicken Noodle Soup for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 whole chicken (3-4 pounds)
• 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
• 6 cloves garlic, minced (2 tablespoons)
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces egg noodles

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
4. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add the chicken back to the pot and cover with water. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8. Remove the chicken from the pot and let cool slightly. Shred the chicken and return it to the soup.
9. Add the egg noodles to the soup and cook according to the package directions.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 20 grams
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and satisfying
• Hearty and flavorful
• Easy to make with readily available ingredients
• Suitable for American tastes

User Comments:

• "This soup is so delicious and easy to make. It's perfect for a cold winter night."
• "I love the Italian-style flavors in this soup. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken."
• "This is one of my favorite soups. It's always a hit with my family and friends."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a whole chicken for a richer flavor.
• If you don't have time to brown the chicken, you can skip this step.
• Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach.
• Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers.