Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

Steps

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1. 1
   Season the chicken with salt and black pepper on both sides.
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2. 2
   Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat until hot.
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3. 3
   Place the chicken in the pot and sear for 3 minutes per side.
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   Add 10 cups of water and bring to a boil.
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5. 5
   Skim the foam from the top of the broth.
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   Add salt, half an onion, one garlic head, fresh thyme, two bay leaves, peppercorn, and celery root. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.
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   After 40 minutes, remove the chicken from the pot and check that it is fully cooked.
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   Carefully strain the broth and shred the chicken.
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   Melt the butter over medium heat.
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    Add onion, celery, and carrots, mix well, and cook for about 5 minutes.
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    Add minced garlic and fresh thyme, mix well, and sauté for 30 seconds.
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    Pour in the chicken broth, making sure to remove any oil from the top first. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
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    Taste the broth and adjust salt as needed.
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    Add egg noodles and cook for 4 to 6 minutes according to package directions.
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    After 4 minutes, add the shredded chicken, fresh parsley, and lime juice, mix well, and cook for a couple more minutes.
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    The chicken noodle soup is done. Serve hot.
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