Texas Chicken Soup Recipe

Warm up on chilly nights with Mom's legendary Texas Chicken Soup! This hearty, flavorful recipe is perfect for a comforting meal the whole family will love. Tender chicken, savory vegetables, and a rich broth combine for a taste of home. Get the recipe now!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 783.9 kcal
Protein 134g
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Ingredients for Texas Chicken Soup

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How to Make Texas Chicken Soup

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, oregano, pepper, and bay leaf.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and continue to simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  5. Add the egg noodles to the soup and cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the shredded chicken and heat through for another 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

92 g

Sugar

61g

Fat

9g

Carbs

38g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Texas Chicken Soup?

Texas Chicken Soup takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Texas Chicken Soup?

Texas Chicken Soup has approximately 783.9 calories per serving, with about 134 g protein, 38 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Texas Chicken Soup?

The key ingredients for Texas Chicken Soup are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Yellow Onion, Olive Oil, Chicken Broth, Chili Beans, Kidney Beans. See the full list with measurements above.

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