Chicken Soup With Kluski Noodles
Equipment
- Large pot
- Medium bowl
- Strainer
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken about 3-4 pounds
- 2 medium carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz Kluski noodles
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare The Chicken
- Start by cleaning your chicken and placing it in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the chicken completely and bring it to a boil. Skim off any foam that rises to the top for a cleaner broth.
Step 2: Add Vegetables And Seasoning
- Once the foam is skimmed, add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme to the pot. Let everything simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes. This allows the chicken to cook through and infuse the broth with its rich flavor.
Step 3: Shred The Chicken
- After the chicken is fully cooked, carefully remove it from the pot. Set it aside on a cutting board to cool for a few minutes. Once it’s cool enough to handle, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
Step 4: Add The Kluski Noodles
- While shredding the chicken, add the Kluski noodles to the pot and let them cook in the broth for about 8-10 minutes, or until tender but still firm. Kluski noodles are thicker than regular noodles, so they hold up beautifully in this soup.
Step 5: Return The Chicken To The Soup
- Once the noodles are cooked, return the shredded chicken to the pot. Let everything simmer for another 5 minutes so the flavors meld together perfectly.
Step 6: Season And Serve
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Kluski noodles are a great alternative to regular pasta because they’re heartier and have a firmer texture, making them ideal for soup.
I find that they hold up much better in the broth without getting too soggy. If you’ve never tried them, they’ll quickly become a staple in your kitchen after one taste!