Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup is made with tender chicken, egg noodles, and a rich, savory broth. Using rotisserie chicken keeps it easy and gets this homemade soup on the table in about 30 minutes.
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Chicken noodle soup is one of those dinners that just makes everybody feel better. This version uses rotisserie chicken to keep things easy, but still has all the homemade flavor you want from a classic bowl of chicken noodle soup.
Why You'll Love Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
- Easy shortcut: Rotisserie chicken gives you plenty of flavor without cooking a whole chicken first.
- Ready in about 30 minutes: Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Classic and comforting: Chicken, vegetables, egg noodles, and a rich broth. That's really all it needs.
- One pot: The noodles cook right in the soup, which means fewer dishes.
What You'll Need & Why
- Rotisserie chicken: The shortcut that makes this soup so easy. Leftover cooked chicken works, too.
- Chicken bone broth: Gives the soup a rich, savory base. I love using my Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth when I have it on hand.
- Carrots, celery, onion + garlic: The classic aromatic base for chicken noodle soup.
- Egg noodles: Tender, quick-cooking, and perfect for classic chicken noodle soup.
- Turmeric + black pepper: A little turmeric adds warmth and color, while black pepper adds a little bite.
- Fresh parsley: Adds a fresh finish right before serving.
The Recipe Rundown
- Sauté the vegetables: Cook the celery, carrots, and onion until they begin to soften.
- Build the broth: Add the garlic, bone broth, thyme, and turmeric, then bring to a low boil and season to taste.
- Cook the noodles: Add the egg noodles and cook until just al dente.
- Finish the soup: Stir in the rotisserie chicken just long enough to warm through, then finish with fresh parsley.
Swaps & Variations
This Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup is easy to customize with what you have on hand.
- Swap the chicken: Leftover roasted chicken or turkey works just as well as rotisserie chicken.
- Try a different pasta: Use any small pasta you like, such as rotini, pastina, small shells, or elbow macaroni. Adjust the cooking time as needed.
- Add more vegetables: Peas, spinach, corn, zucchini, or mushrooms are all easy additions.
- Change up the herbs: Rosemary, dill, or tarragon can be used along with or in place of the thyme.
- Brighten it up: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
Tips For The Best Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
A few simple tips will help you get the best flavor and texture from this Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup.
- Cook the noodles just to al dente: They’ll continue to soften in the hot broth, so don’t overcook them.
- For a brothier soup, cook the noodles separately: Egg noodles absorb quite a bit of broth as they sit. Add them to individual bowls when serving instead.
- Watch the salt: Rotisserie chicken and store-bought broth can both be salty, so taste before adding your final seasoning.
- Planning for leftovers? Store the noodles separately from the soup to keep them from soaking up the broth.
Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Equipment
- dutch oven or large pot
- cutting board
- chef's knife
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon butter or extra virgin olive oil
- 3 ribs celery diced
- 2-3 carrots diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 10 cups chicken bone broth use my Instant Pot recipe or your favorite boxed brand
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ¼ turmeric
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
- 4 cups egg noodles
- 3-4 cups cooked and shredded chicken from a rotisserie chicken
- 2 tablespoon fresh, flat-leaf Italian parsley minced
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sauté the celery, carrots, and onion until they begin to soften.
- Add the garlic, bone broth, thyme, and turmeric. Bring to a low boil. Taste for salt and pepper and add according to your preference. This is the step to make sure your flavors are on point.
- Add noodles and cook to just al dente.
- Lower heat and stir in the chicken to warm through. Check again for salt and pepper. Finish with minced parsley.
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Storage & Reheating
Store leftover Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a little extra broth if needed. For freezing, freeze the soup without the noodles for up to 3 months and add freshly cooked noodles when reheating.
More Easy Comforting Soup Recipes
If a big pot of homemade soup is your kind of dinner, try one of these easy favorites next:
- Chicken Pot Pie Soup: Creamy, cozy chicken soup with all the flavors of classic chicken pot pie.
- Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A bright, comforting chicken soup with tender orzo and plenty of lemon.
- Chicken and Gnocchi Soup: Creamy chicken soup with tender gnocchi and vegetables for an easy, hearty dinner.
- White Chicken Chili: A quick and creamy chicken chili that's ready in about 25 minutes.
- Pastina: Simple, comforting little pasta cooked in broth for the nights when you want something warm and easy.
Who’s Stirring the Pot?
Hi, I’m Ruth—recipe developer, comfort-food creator, and the voice behind Rufus For Real. I specialize in cozy, doable, flavor-packed meals for real-life kitchens, and I’m a firm believer that breakfast, dinner, and everything in between should be simple, satisfying, and impossible to mess up.
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