Chicken Noodle Soup

Name: Chicken Noodle Soup with Ziti Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 carrots, chopped; 3 celery stalks, chopped; 1 tsp seasoning salt; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 8 cups chicken broth; 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish; Crusty bread, for serving

This chicken noodle soup combines tender chicken breast, carrots, celery, and onion with ziti pasta in a savory herb-infused broth, making it an ideal make-ahead meal for weekly lunch prep.

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🏷️Comfort food

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Total

40 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$28–$46

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 medium onion, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
1 tsp seasoning salt
1 tbsp minced garlic
8 cups chicken broth
1 lb ziti pasta, cooked
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnishoptional
Crusty bread, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil and the diced chicken.
2
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Cook until browned and cooked through.
3
Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and set it aside.
4
To the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery.
5
Season the vegetables with seasoning salt and sauté until they begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
6
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
7
Return the cooked chicken to the pot.
8
Pour in the chicken broth, stir everything together, and bring to a simmer.
9
Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for at least 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10
Stir in the cooked ziti pasta.
11
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread, if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cook pasta separately and add just before serving if meal prepping to prevent it from absorbing too much broth and becoming mushy over time.
Ensure chicken pieces are cut to uniform bite-sized pieces so they cook evenly and remain tender throughout.
Taste and adjust seasoning salt and black pepper at the end since broth flavor intensifies as it simmers.
Simmer gently rather than boil to keep chicken tender and prevent the broth from becoming cloudy.

Substitutions

ziti → ditalini, elbow pasta, or small shells (similar cook time and texture)
dried oregano and thyme → 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning (combines both herbs)
chicken breast → chicken thighs (richer flavor, add 5–10 minutes cooking time)
olive oil → vegetable oil or butter (no significant flavor change)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days; freeze for up to 3 months. For meal prep, store pasta separately and combine when reheating to prevent sogginess.