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A hearty pot of Classic Chicken With A Twist noodle soup, filled with tender chicken, wide egg noodles, and fresh dill.

Classic Chicken With A Twist

This recipe takes a classic chicken dish and adds a flavorful twist, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or when you want to elevate a familiar meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2.5 pounds bone-in, skinless chicken breasts
For Serving
  • 2.5 cups wide egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice or more, to taste
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Stockpot

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in chicken stock and bay leaves; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Add chicken and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 30-40 minutes. Remove chicken and let cool before dicing into bite-size pieces, discarding bones.
  5. Stir in chicken and pasta and cook until tender, about 6-7 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in parsley, dill, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is a foundation for creativity. Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn, or experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique twist.

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