Quick Chicken Noodle Soup

It seems this winter, every time I talk to someone they have been under the weather, or are taking care of someone who is sick. I know it is that time of year, but there is so much illness going around this year! Compared to some friends, my family has had it easy. We have had a little sickness go through our house. We've had mainly aches, pains and just wanting to sleep, and a couple of terrible colds. I hope  you and your family are having a sick-free winter, because there is some yucky stuff going around!

This is a great soup whether you are sick or just want some quick old fashioned cooking! This is basically a quick version of my chicken noodle soup where I simmer chicken and make my own broth. Sometimes you don't want to go through all that and just want to whip something up. It does take a little longer than opening a can, but it is sooo much better. Here's to a healthy rest of the winter!

Quick Chicken Noodle Soup 

2  tablespoons butter

½  cup chopped onion

½  cup chopped celery

½  cup chopped carrots

½  teaspoon minced garlic

9  cups chicken broth

½  teaspoon dried basil

½  teaspoon dried oregano

½  teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon turmeric 

¼  teaspoon ground thyme

1  tablespoon minced fresh parsley

3  tablespoons flour

½  cup water

1 package (12 ounces) frozen egg noodles

½  pound shredded cooked chicken

¼ cup  ½ and ½ or whipping cream

Over medium heat, melt butter in Dutch oven. Add the onions, celery and carrots. Cook for a few minutes until beginning to soften. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds to fragrant.

Add the chicken broth and seasonings and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes.

Mix the flour and water. Pour into soup and stir in the noodles.

Continue simmering for 10 more minutes.

Add chicken and ½ and ½, heat for a couple more minutes.

Enjoy!

Kim

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