Sauté Vegetables

Begin your creamy chicken noodle soup by heating the olive oil and butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. This combination of fats provides the ideal foundation for building flavor. Add the finely chopped celery, carrots, and onion to the pot. Cook these aromatic vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and begin to release their natural sweetness. This step, known as creating a mirepoix, forms the flavor base of your soup and ensures every spoonful is packed with depth.

Add Garlic

Once your vegetables are perfectly tender, stir in the minced garlic and cook for approximately 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant. Be careful not to overcook the garlic, as it can quickly turn bitter. The aromatic combination of sautéed vegetables and garlic creates the foundation that elevates this chicken noodle soup from ordinary to extraordinary.

Add Flour

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the sautéed vegetables and stir thoroughly to combine. Cook this mixture for about one minute, stirring constantly to eliminate the raw flour taste. This step is crucial for creating the roux that will thicken your creamy chicken noodle soup and give it that luxurious, velvety texture that coats each noodle perfectly.

Add Liquids and Chicken

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to dissolve the flour completely and prevent lumps from forming. Add the uncooked chicken breasts whole, along with the Italian seasoning and heavy cream. The cream transforms this from a regular chicken noodle soup into an indulgent, restaurant-quality dish. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then partially cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape.

Simmer Soup

Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together beautifully. During this time, the chicken will begin to cook through while infusing the broth with rich, savory flavor. The slow simmering process ensures that every element of your chicken noodle soup develops maximum taste.

Add Noodles

Carefully stir in the egg noodles, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the soup. Cover the pot again with the lid slightly open and continue simmering for an additional 8-10 minutes until the noodles reach perfect tenderness. Stir the soup halfway through cooking to prevent the noodles from sticking together and ensure even cooking throughout.

Prepare Chicken

Remove the fully cooked chicken breasts from the pot using tongs or a slotted spoon. Place them on a cutting board and either cut them into bite-sized pieces or shred them using two forks, depending on your texture preference. Return the prepared chicken to the soup, where it will absorb the creamy, flavorful broth.

Season and Serve

Taste your creamy chicken noodle soup and season generously with salt and pepper according to your preference. Stir in the fresh chopped parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish that adds both color and freshness to each bowl. Serve the soup immediately while it’s hot for the ultimate comfort food experience.