Step 1
Fry the onion, carrots and celery in the oil until soft, then add the garlic.

Comforting chicken noodle soup with carrots and celery. Serves 6 in 45 minutes.
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4 steps · about 45 minutes total
Step 1
Fry the onion, carrots and celery in the oil until soft, then add the garlic.
Step 2
Add the stock, bay leaf and chicken and simmer for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Step 3
Lift out the chicken, shred it with two forks and return it to the pot.
Step 4
Add the noodles and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes until tender. Season and stir in the parsley.
Before you serve
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
If making ahead, cook the noodles separately so they do not go soft.
A squeeze of lemon brightens the flavour.
Freezes well without the noodles.
Chicken noodle soup is the classic soothing bowl for cold days and when you are feeling under the weather. Simple vegetables, tender chicken and noodles in a light broth.