Description
- Discover the delicious Saffron Chicken Noodle Soup recipe that adds a vibrant twist to a classic comfort dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely diced
- 4 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 4 carrots, sliced into half-moons
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp Aleppo pepper (or substitute paprika with a pinch of crushed red pepper)
- 4 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 12 threads of saffron, lightly crushed
- 2 tbsp warm water
- 2 tbsp chives, minced
- Juice of ½ a lemon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add shallots, celery, and carrots, stirring frequently, and cook for about 7–8 minutes until softened. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 2. Add Garlic and Seasonings:
- Stir in the garlic, thyme, and Aleppo pepper (or paprika). Sauté for about 1 minute until aromatic.
- 3. Simmer the Chicken Soup Base:
- Add the shredded chicken, mixing to coat it evenly with the seasonings. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a boil. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 40 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 4. Cook the Noodles:
- Bring the soup back to a boil, add the egg noodles, and cook until tender. Reduce the heat to low once the noodles are cooked.
- 5. Prepare Saffron Tea:
- While the noodles cook, steep the crushed saffron in 2 tablespoons of warm water for 5 minutes.
- 6. Final Touches:
- Stir the saffron tea, half the minced chives, and lemon juice into the soup. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
- 7. Serve:
- Ladle the soup into serving bowls, garnish with the remaining chives, and enjoy your comforting bowl of saffron chicken noodle soup!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
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