Description
A comforting and easy-to-make Chicken Vermicelli Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, delicate vermicelli noodles, and a flavorful blend of vegetables and spices simmered in a light chicken broth. Perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional for color and warmth)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 3/4 cup vermicelli noodles (or angel hair pasta broken into small pieces)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat and Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent, bringing out natural sweetness.
- Add Vegetables and Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté these together for another 4–5 minutes to soften the vegetables and infuse the oil with their flavors.
- Season and Simmer: Add dried thyme, turmeric if using, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables become tender.
- Add Chicken and Noodles: Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and vermicelli noodles. Continue simmering for 5–7 minutes until the noodles are fully cooked and tender.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To prevent vermicelli noodles from becoming overly soft when storing, cook them separately and add just before serving.
- For a richer flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth.
- Feel free to customize vegetables based on preference or availability.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
