This comforting homemade chicken noodle soup features fresh, hand-rolled egg noodles, tender chicken thighs, and a rich, creamy broth infused with lemon and thyme. The addition of a unique spicy carrot oil provides a delightful twist, enhancing the soup's depth and flavor.
Why You'll Love This: There's nothing quite like the warmth and comfort of homemade soup, especially with noodles made from scratch. The process of making your noodles adds a personal touch and an unbeatable fresh taste. The combination of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy, zesty broth makes this soup not just nourishing, but also incredibly satisfying. The spicy carrot oil adds an unexpected and delightful kick.
Ingredients:
- For the Noodles:
- Flour: 1 1/2 cups
- Egg: 1
- Water: 1/4 cup
- Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
- Salt: A pinch
- For the Soup:
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
- Boneless Chicken Thighs: 3
- Onion (diced): 1 small
- Celery Ribs (diced): 2 small
- Carrot (diced): 1
- Garlic Cloves: 2
- Salt and Black Pepper: To taste
- Fresh Thyme: 1/2 tsp
- Water: 8 cups
- Lemon Juice: 2 tbsp
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Egg Yolk: 1
- For the Carrot Oil:
- Olive Oil: As needed
- Carrots (brunoised): A handful
- Fresh Herbs: As desired
- Chili Powder: To taste
Instructions:
- Egg Noodles:
- Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Create a well and add egg, water, and oil.
- Gradually mix in flour using a fork, then knead until elastic.
- Rest dough wrapped in plastic for 10-20 minutes.
- Divide, roll through a pasta machine, and cut into desired shapes.
- Dust with semolina and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Soup Base:
- In a hot pot, sear chicken thighs in olive oil.
- Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic; cook for a few minutes.
- Cover with water, bring to boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot.
- Add noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice.
- Combine cream and egg yolk, add to soup, and cook for a few minutes.
- Carrot Oil:
- Sauté carrots in olive oil until tender.
- Add herbs and chili powder.
- Serve:
- Ladle soup into bowls and drizzle with spicy carrot oil.
Enjoy this soul-warming, homemade chicken noodle soup that's perfect for any chilly day!