Flavorful Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredientes

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter )
• 1 onion (large size [chopped])
• 2 carrots (large size [chopped])
• 2 stalks celery (chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves ( minced)
• 8 cups chicken stock ( or broth low sodium or use homemade stock)
• 2 teaspoons bouillon powder (Better than bouillon chicken base )
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano (dried )
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 1/2 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs ((4 or 5 thighs))
• 5 ounces rotini (or pasta of choice)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped - for garnish)

Preparación

1. 1

   Heat the butter/oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, and add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 7 minutes or until vegetables begin to soften—stirring occasionally.

2. 2

   Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds while stirring so to prevent the garlic from burning.

3. 3

   Add the chicken stock, bouillon, bay leaves, thyme, and oregano. season with salt and pepper as needed, and bring to a low simmer.

4. 4

   Add the chicken to the broth, cover with a fitting lid, and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until cooked through about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and into strips or dice into cubes.

5. 5

   Stir the shredded chicken and noodles into the soup, then let it simmer just until the noodles are al dente (about 6 to 8 minutes).

6. 6

   Add more salt and pepper if needed, then stir in the parsley. Serve immediately.