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CopyCat Panera Bread Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

A comforting and hearty chicken noodle soup inspired by Panera Bread, featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and egg noodles in a flavorful broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks celery sliced
  • 8 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried
  • 1 teaspoon parsley dried
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 2 cups egg noodles uncooked
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Soup Base
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the thyme, parsley, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
Cook the Soup
  1. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and add the shredded chicken and egg noodles.
  2. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked through.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove before serving.

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