Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup

This comforting chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food. With tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and perfectly cooked noodles in a flavorful broth, it's perfect for cold days or when you're feeling under the weather.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
• 12 cups water
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz egg noodles
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Place chicken in a large pot with water, bring to a boil
2. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour until chicken is tender
3. Remove chicken, let cool, then shred meat
4. Strain broth and return to pot
5. Add vegetables, herbs, and seasonings to broth
6. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes
7. Add noodles and cook until tender
8. Return shredded chicken to pot
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot

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