A pasture-raised bird carries enough gelatin to give the broth a body the supermarket kind can't. Poach the chicken whole right in the pot and lift it out when a thigh reads 165F. Slide the noodles in only at the very end so they hold their bite instead of going to paste.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep20 min
Cook60 min
Makes6 servings
CuisineAmerican
Cost$$
Dairy-free
Contains eggs · gluten
Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free pasta or noodle (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for6servings
Whole chicken
A bird raised on pasture carries enough collagen to set the broth on its own.
Build the brothSet the whole chicken in a pot with the broth, onion, carrot, and celery. Bring to a bare simmer and hold it there 40 minutes, skimming the gray foam off the top the first ten minutes.
Pull the meatLift the chicken out when a thigh reads 165F. Let it cool enough to handle, then shred the meat and discard skin and bones.
Cook the noodlesReturn the shredded meat to the pot. Bring back to a simmer, add the egg noodles, and cook 6 to 7 minutes until just tender.
FinishKill the heat. Stir in the dill and parsley and salt hard until the broth tastes like something, not like water with chicken in it.
Can you make Chicken Noodle Soup in an air fryer? — Yes, with an insert
Not on its own — an air fryer can’t hold a pool of liquid. You can simmer it in an oven-safe dish or a silicone insert made to fit the basket, but the broth won’t reduce or brown the way it does on the stove, and that insert comes out scorching, so use oven mitts. For real depth, a pot on the stove wins.
Can you freeze Chicken Noodle Soup? — Yes
Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.
Can you make Chicken Noodle Soup ahead of time? — Yes
Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.
Is Chicken Noodle Soup gluten-free? — Not as written
Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free pasta or noodle (check the other labels too).
Is Chicken Noodle Soup vegan? — No
No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.
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