🥣 Classic Chicken Noodle Soup 🥣

📣 "A Warm Bowl for the Soul - Perfect for Busy Weeknights or Cozy Family Dinners!"

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 🥕 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 🍗 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 🧅 1 large onion, chopped
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 🍜 6 cups chicken broth
- 🍲 2 cups egg noodles
- 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
- 🌱 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 🥄 1 tablespoon olive oil

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
2. Stir in the carrots and cook for about 5 minutes, until they begin to soften.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Add the egg noodles and dried thyme to the pot. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
5. Add the cooked chicken to the pot and continue to simmer until the chicken is heated through.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 235 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 7g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fiber: 2g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a richer soup, substitute half of the chicken broth with vegetable or beef broth.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce before serving for an extra kick.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a tablespoon of flour mixed with water to the soup and simmer until thickened.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes | Serving: 4