Chicken Noodle Soup - from scratch

How to make the best homemade chicken noodle soup you will ever have! This recipe takes awhile but it isn't complicated at all. If you have a spare 2 hours, it'll be worth it to try this out! You will never want chicken noodle soup from a can again.
What you'll need:
1 (4-5lb) whole fryer chicken
3 carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 Tbsp prepared minced garlic (5-6 cloves)
2 tsp dried parsley flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
approx 6 oz frozen egg noodles or fettucine or linguine
2 Tbsp flour mixed with 3 Tbsp water
Start by cutting your chicken into pieces to make it easier to remove the meat from the bones later on. In a stock pot or dutch oven, bring the chicken parts (skin, bones and meat) and 2 quarts water to a boil. Gently boil for 30 minutes. Skim off any foamy stuff once it comes to a boil.
After 30 minutes, remove the chicken meat and shred finely. Return any bones back into the stock and gently boil for another 45 minutes. Remove the bones and skin from the stock and strain through a sieve or colander to remove any chicken pieces left over.
Add enough water to the stock to make 2 quarts and return to the pot. Add in the carrots, celery, garlic and herbs and spices. Boil 10 minutes.
Add in frozen egg noodles or pasta and cook another 10 minutes.
Return shredded chicken to the pot and add in flour mixture. Boil another 5 minutes until chicken is heated through and broth is thickened. Serve and enjoy!
This is my soup version of The Pioneer Woman's 'Chicken and Noodles' which can be seen here:
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[@Mswinters1924]

😢 I’m almost in tears. I’ve been searching for this recipe for over 5 years now. My old account was deactivated and all my videos were lost by mistake. This is indeed the best chicken noodle soup I’ve ever tried. I knew i had the right video when i hear him say Bruno’s name. 🙌🏽

[@11851nick]

The BEST chicken noodle soup I've ever eaten!!! The whole family has been sick so I decided to give this a shot. I'm literally sitting at the dinner table eating it as I leave this comment! This soup was absolutely amazing!! The only thing I did different was pureed a half onion and added it to the stock. Thanks for sharing!!

[@sullisme1969]

I made this recipe a few weeks ago and can unequivocally claim that this is indeed the best chicken noodle soup recipe I've ever seen. I added a pad of butter to the final rous mixture and was blown away. You are the man!! Btw, I'm giving the family round 2 tonight. They love it! Thank you for sharing.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

S Sullivan You're very welcome. Glad you enjoyed!

[@Kr00lplatinum]

Just made this yesterday and it was really bland... What did I do wrong?

[@tedburris9994]

+Kr00lplatinum ...all the flavors are there and you bring them out "salt to taste"...a little bit at a time is key.

[@ItsConstitutional]

add salt

[@avap1101]

sullisme same yummmmm

[@madalenepennell487]

Made this soup last week when I was sick. First time making chicken soup from scratch. It was so tasty ! Making some more today, I added more garlic, some ginger and rice instead of the noodles. This recipe is very easy to follow, with amazing results. Thanks very much !

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

He always gets a little bit of whatever I'm working with. And he is the best dog anybody could hope for! So smart but sometimes too smart for his own good, LOL!!

[@Mswinters1924]

❤😊❤

[@jamesmattice1895]

Food that not only feeds the body! But does wonders for the soul (Thanks Grandma) She never took her apron off!! Her Holiday meals, perfect! Pies, Cookies, The Turkey everything was homemade and fresh bake Anyway this video gave me pause and made me think of her. What a wonderful women, She gave me a great childhood! Chicken noodle soup indeed

[@terryfriend16]

I followed this recipe today, it's chilly here in Maryland; it came out wonderful and I didn't have to buy chicken broth or add stock. The seasonings measure was perfect. Thanks so much.

[@Tearfaced]

Best recipe. Been using this one for a few years now. My 9 year old just tested positive for Covid and he’s having a really hard time. This is always my go to recipe and he loves it when he’s sick. He is rejecting everything else but this. It always helps! Thank you

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Best wishes to him that he has a full recovery.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Welcome and thanks so much! It's about time I make this soup again too. It really is the best soup for winter. I can't get enough of it!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I've made this every week for the last month. It really is that good!

[@bcingu8]

Had this for dinner tonight - everybody loved it! I've been making chicken soup for 46 years and this just has to be the best! Thanks for the recipe :)

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Awesome! So glad your family liked it! It takes some time but definitely worth it.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I agree. Soup is where it's at on a cold winter's day. I remember as a teen, nothing would warm me up more than a big bowl of soup straight from the crock-pot when I came in from feeding the horses and cleaning stalls at night. How I hated it then but want so badly to go back to that now, LOL!!

[@jennabrock7472]

I just saw your video 4 days ago and I've made this soup twice since then! It truly is the best chicken noodle soup ive ever eaten!

[@territn8871]

Aside from your delicious soup, I loved seeing your fur baby!!! I raised 4 Dobermans over a 25 year period. Best dig in the world!!! I'm getting ready to make chicken noodle soup and will be using your recipe notes to follow!!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Turmeric is there for color more than anything but does add a teeny bit of flavor. I did...worked in a few restaurants. Learned to cook on my own but worked in the restaurants because I love to cook. Quickly learned I didn't like 'cooking' in restaurants. Not the same when you do it for work, LOL!!

[@samlopez7179]

I made this once before and it was delicious. now a friend wants me to make chicken noodle soup from scratch and Im so glad I found your video again. This soup is fairly simple to make and its very tasty. Thank you!!!!

[@kryptonkay55]

I made this tonight and it was great!! I didn't have dried parsley so I used dried Italian seasoning and instead of turmeric I used dried curry powder. Then for the pasta I got these little stars . I used to always keep the chicken in the pot the whole cooking time and cover it so this recipe is a lot different from what I was taught by my mother. I like the way you skimmed all that yucky foam off . Thanks for the great recipe and video.

[@IRDeezlSmoke]

Awesome. Chicken noodle is one of my all time favorites. On a cold, wet winters day, a big bowl of chicken noodle for lunch......................life is grand. Thanks for the recipe and instruction.

[@Jackieee.x]

I followed your video on my attempt to make chicken noodle soup for the first time 3 yrs ago and it came out awesome tasted so delicious! I stopped cooking for a while and was thinking I wanted to make it again but forgot how to thank God I was able to find it again lol Thank you for your video !

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Never did get around to doing the video but I'll do it this fall when it gets to be soup time for us. This has made it's way into the standard rotation of meals and it never fails! Always delicious!

[@TheTechno09]

I just made this recipe last week and must say it is one of the best recipes! My kids loved the soup they asked for seconds! Thank you keep up the good work!!!

[@marinachavez8284]

Wow! Awesome! Thanks! I love the fact that you let us see the entire process. Usually, when I'm trying a new recipe, I like to go back and see what to do next. Written recipe are many times too vague and it usually takes practice to get it just right. So thanks, I know exactly how to make this delicious recipe!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Marina Chavez You're very welcome. Hope you enjoy!

[@Gina91787]

BRUNO IS A GOOD BOY! JUST WAITS PATIENTLY FOR HIS PIECE OF CHICKEN!

[@yip2188]

I always go back to this recipe after discovering it maybe 4 years ago and I have to say… still the best recipe for chicken soup out there. Thanks a bunch as always

[@yip2188]

6 years in the making!!!!! Thank you forever

[@softenerguy]

I love this recipe! I made it many times and always turns out great. I add a few bouillon cubes to mine and it is perfect for my taste. Thank you for posting this recipe Mr. Crackerjacks. RIP Bruno!

[@sarahcarter4776]

My grandma makes something similar and it's even better a day later, reheated. Idk why, but it's fantastic. Also a pinch of onion powder (or some chopped onion) would be fantastic in this as well!

[@LakeBoudeguig]

Great cookery!

[@jacquelinedavila-alicea7545]

Thank you for your version of the recipe. I cooked it as per your instruction, just added a little more salt to salt. The soup came out wonderful and tasty. Maybe next time I’ll add some green or yellow onion. My dog 🐕 was excited for the scraps. My entire household is sharing colds and flu symptoms 😷and the soup hit the right spot. Thanks for sharing❤️

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

I do make my own noodles. No video but it's quite easy. An egg, a cup of flour, a pinch of salt and about 1/4 cup of water mixed to form a dough. Knead it just a few times and let it rest for about an hour, covered. Roll out to about 1/8" thick on a floured surface and using a pizza cutter, cut into about 1/4" ribbons. Hang them up to dry out for a few hours and then cut into noodles and put onto a cookie sheet in the freezer. When frozen, put into a baggie and save until you're ready to use.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

It seriously IS the best chicken noodle soup there is!

[@josephfiumara9065]

i made your soup the other day and i have to say it is the BOMB ! LOVE IT ! THANKS for sharing your recipe .

[@MultiStu66]

I have made this at least three times. In fact, making it now - using leg quarters (skin on) for extra fatty goodness and flavor, but this IS an excellent recipe - homemade and true comfort food. Thanks for easy instructions and videos. Keep them coming...

[@thefauxmesticgoddess1901]

Hi, Jack! I NEVER post on anyone channel but i wanted to thank you for posting this...i made this soup (w very very minor adjustments (just to taste) & it came out AMAZING!!! Everyone loved it! Youre fantastic

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

ChellySweets Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!

[@mooncaz506]

I just made this soup since we have one of our little soldier down. Lol OH MY LORD !!!!!! We all enjoyed it so much. Every ingredient complements with each soooooo good. Very yummy. Definitely doing it again and again and again. Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@IPOMonster]

I've made this for the 3rd time - GREAT RECIPE! My ten year old daughter inhales it!. I cook the chicken with a whole small onion roughly chopped and a few spices. Thanks for sharing this!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You're welcome! Glad you and your daughter enjoy!!

[@Soulful_Chaos]

Alriiiight! Soup was next on my "learn to make from scratch" list. Now all I got to do is learn how to cut up a chicken, UNTIL THEN I shall get it already cut up. You are my ATK until we get access to public television again. LOL!!! AND you make your own noodles. You the bomb, man.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

And tastes as good as it looks!

[@ItsConstitutional]

This is the best I have ever had! I add potatoes to mine! It comes out just this side of being a stew but it is so good, even after a few days of lunches and quick dinners! Good show!

[@future7ify]

I've been making this recipe since college in 2013 and it truly is delicious! It's a staple recipe everyone should try/have/eat and share with others. Please make it...it's delicious!!! Thank you so much for sharing @Crouton Crackerjacks!

[@HanaBerlin]

I think the pup wants some too! The soup looks delicious.

[@kathystauffer7405]

Look so yummy got that beautiful rich color..

[@leleetifra8818]

Excellent.....truly instead of celery I put potatoes and a handful of cilantro just to perfect it 🤏👌

[@MrBuddydance]

Wow. Never thought to add turmeric but that’s a great idea! Turmeric is so healthy for you and also adds some yellow color. Looks fantastic.

[@debsam77]

Well I had no ideal it made people cry. My husband and I didn’t go to see it because our son is grown and on his own and we’re not grand parents yet. The song is absolutely beautiful 😢

[@rosegold973]

I JUST made this recipe and MAN O MAN! It’s amazing! I am so full and satisfied! I highly recommend it! :) the only thing is I had to add more than 2 Qts of water (it kept boiling out).

[@Caspian50]

Very nice. Like the idea of thickening with cornstarch at the end.

[@ashleyibrahim3707]

Made it, loved it. Best chicken soup ive ever made.

[@pop2mcar]

Proud of myself; I followed your recipe and the soup came out fantastic!

[@sheem.2450]

Yummy!!! Your recipes look so good and easy!!

[@marandarice7474]

I just made this tonight & it was amazing,I highly recommend this recipe to anyone!Thank you for sharing.

[@MrWhamilton]

Just made this for tonight's dinner! It's phenomenal! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@deanbonham2213]

Looks good. Looking forward to trying the recipe. The dog made for a great addition!

[@martinezfg111]

There was dog in the recipe?

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Tasty it is! Hope your mum gets to feeling better!

[@bigfly44]

Excellent recipe. Well delivered and easy to follow for all. Very well done man!!!!

[@lalabear-rf8iq]

I absolutely love this recipe. I thank you and so does my tummy.

[@christinebuncic5998]

Looks very good. I'll have to give it a try. Enjoyed the video & the step by step preparations & cooking. Thank you.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

You're very welcome! Glad you enjoyed! The schmuck you skim off is all the impurities in your bird and naturally organic has less of that. If you can afford it, it's definitely the way to go!

[@usnva5638]

It's finally that time of the year again for homemade chicken noodle soup :-)

[@RosieCooks]

Excellent presentation. Looks yummy!

[@brandongomez8185]

Thank you for this. My wife is sick and im making this for her. Awesome job on this video and recipe.

[@mooncaz506]

Indeed is the BEST NOODLE SOUP I HAVE EVER HAD!!! Thanks a lot for sharing.😋

[@leeanntran102]

I am going to try and make this dish. I'm new at cooking and will be trying different dish from different cooks.

[@colewright8416]

I'll make this delicious Chicken Noodle Soup! That's the delicious soup you made, Jason.

[@carmena8x]

Looks yummy I make that tomorrow for my kids thank a lot for sharing.

[@madammezel83]

Just made this recipe today. By far it was the best chicken noodle soup I've ever tasted. Thanks for sharing! Mmmmmm!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Glad you enjoyed!!

[@laalondra8517]

Made this today... love it! Super yummy. I did decide to add some chopped onion. Thank you for this recipe!

[@chunli30315]

How was it

[@Haveyouseenmykeyss]

The broth looks amazing!! Deff...trying this thank you for sharing

[@tasteylikealollipop]

I have never made chicken noodles soup before but I'm going to try I love that you do everything from scratch that's how I like to learn everything... Hopefully it turns out as good looking as yours! :) thank you!!!

[@patricecooper8419]

I really enjoyed your wonderful presentation on this chicken noodle soup! You really know what to do! I just love it! Thank you so much for sharing this great video!

[@erikagomez3408]

I made this recipe and it's delicious it was a success for my family's dinner!!

[@leonardprice3361]

That looks sooooo good, I have got to try it. Thanks for posting!

[@BobMinelli]

INTERESTING that i would find your video, for i too have decided to make my own "noodles". Great video. I however will be trying this using boneless, skinless chicken stripes. THANKS!

[@kisses4u87]

Bomb...just made my version. Gonna keep in my recipe book forever.

[@sweetprnerin3898]

I made this recipe last week and my family loved it.thank you so much!

[@Tom-Alberta-Canada]

The Best of the best recipe ,, easy to follow step by step ,, Thank you very much ,, Tom

[@ra33it821]

Looks yummy...can't wait to give it a try!

[@KAMALAISHERNAME]

You did a phenomenal job with this dish. The color alone is so inviting! Thank you so much for sharing this with the rest of us!

[@WintunPride]

Omg I just want to take that bowl of soup out of the screen and start eating! definitely going to use this recipe!

[@goto1546]

Great cook recipe Great info video

[@mosixtyfo9262]

A+++++++ for saying "turmeric" correctly! Delicious recipe.

[@michellehensley9318]

Wow looks amazing and I really appreciate how thoroughly you explained the ingredients and the process 🙂

[@joansnow4013]

I’m making this today, looks delicious 😋

[@Ricebunnyxvp]

BEST SOUP EVER!! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Yep, I'll do a video after the first of the year on how to make the noodles. They take this amazing soup up just another level!

[@karendapollo1231]

It looks good but I wouldn’t cook my noodles in the broth. I cook them separately and then add them.

[@KoolViking3]

This made me hungry. I will definitely try making it. Thanks for sharing!

[@EdmondLau2007]

That looks great! I could smell it through the screen! LOL.

[@mariavelazquez9620]

I love this soup! It is so easy to follow the steps and have a great soup. Thank you!

[@JesusIsLoveTR]

The results look amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@thepearlmoon]

Just made this without boiling my own broth and it was still the best chicken soup I've ever had. I also only used bonless skinless chicken thighs. I can't imagine how good it would be if I made the broth from scratch!

[@AngelzTwilla]

Yum thanks for the recipe really enjoyed it.

[@TheGoonnies]

I got sick over the Holidays, I'm making this right now... Thanks for sharing...

[@fugaluz]

se ve deliciosa y muy tradicional me gusta.

[@croutoncrackerjacks]

Oh, this is SO much better than Campbells! After yo have this, you won't go back.

[@veronicanicoleivazes7405]

This look amazing! Thank you for taking the time to share.

[@mannamomof4]

Oh. Looks just like my Grandmother used to make. Thanks for the walk down memory lane. Now I need to run to Albertson's where they have whole chicken for 69 cents per pound. ;-) And for anyone who can not have cornstarch, arrowroot powder works the exact same way. I personally prefer it taste wise. Looking forward to the noodle video!

[@TalTesla]

I love the fact that this recipe doesn't waste extra veggies by overcooking them in the stock. Plenty are added at the end to lend their flavor instead. I love the way you think.

[@Rose0004]

This looks delicious. I've been sick the last couple of days, and was thinking of buying canned chicken noodle, but I realized I have most of the ingredients to make it myself. Definitely going to try this!

[@gsandoval7560]

ive made this twice now its really good

[@marinachavez8284]

And thanks for the detailed description box too!

[@wonderfuljoanna21]

Omg!! I think this is the recipe I've been looking for. Definitely gonna make it tomorrow