Golden chicken noodle soup

Here’s a cozy, healing, and flavor-packed recipe for Golden Chicken Noodle Soup — warm spices, tender chicken, veggies, and noodles all simmered in a rich golden broth. Think of this as your go-to comfort food with a colorful, anti-inflammatory boost from turmeric and aromatics.

🍲 Golden Chicken Noodle Soup

🕒 Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins

Serves: 4–6

🧂 Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground)

• 2 medium carrots, sliced

• 2 celery stalks, sliced

• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional for warmth)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)

• 1–2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or poached)

• 4 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• Optional: fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro)

🔥 Instructions:

1. Sauté aromatics:
   In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.
   Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant and translucent — about 3–4 minutes.

2. Add veggies and spices:
   Stir in carrots and celery.
   Add turmeric, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to bloom the spices.

3. Add broth and simmer:
   Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
   Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until veggies are tender.

4. Add noodles and chicken:
   Stir in noodles and cook according to package time (usually 6–8 mins).
   Add the cooked chicken during the last few minutes to heat through.

5. Finish with lemon:
   Add lemon juice to brighten the broth. Taste and adjust salt/pepper.

6. Serve hot:
   Garnish with fresh parsley or dill for a bright finish.

🧊 Storage:

• Keeps in the fridge for 3–4 days.

• If making ahead, cook noodles separately and add when serving to avoid sogginess.

💡 Variations:

• Use orzo or rice instead of noodles.

• Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.

• Swap chicken for chickpeas for a vegetarian version (use veggie broth).

• Add a splash of coconut milk for a creamy twist.

Want a slow cooker, Instant Pot, or immunity-boosting version with extra garlic, turmeric, and bone broth? I can help with that too!