Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breast: 400 grams
- Noodles: 300 grams (dried)
- Carrots: 150 grams
- Celery: 100 grams
- Onion: 1 medium (about 150 grams)
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Chicken Broth/Stock: 2 liters
- Fresh herbs (such as oregano or thyme) for seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Cooking Oil: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30-40 minutes
- Total: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level:
[Level 3] - Moderate. This dish is easy to make, but requires attention to detail and timing.
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breast and cook until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and cook for a minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Once the broth is boiling, add the chicken breast, carrots, and celery. Reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken breast and shred it into pieces. Return the chicken pieces to the pot.
- Add the noodles and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the noodles are tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Stir well and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top.
Nutritional Information: (per serving - varies depending on specific ingredients used)
- Calories: About 400-500 calories per serving (depending on ingredients and cooking oil used)
- Protein: 30-40 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50-60 grams (from noodles)
- Fat: 15-20 grams (mostly from chicken and cooking oil)
Dish Characteristics:
- Comfort food - perfect for a cold day or as a meal after illness.
- Customizable - add or subtract ingredients based on personal preference.
- Quick and easy to make, yet tastes like it's been cooking for hours.
User Comments:
- "This is the best chicken noodle soup I've ever made at home! The flavors are spot on." - John Doe
- "I love how easy this recipe is to follow, and the dish itself is so comforting." - Jane Smith
- "Great dish to make when you're feeling under the weather." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference.
- If using different types of noodles, adjust cooking time accordingly.
- For a richer broth, use chicken bones to make your own chicken broth instead of using store-bought chicken broth/stock.
