One-Pot Chicken Noodle Soup for One
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
A cozy single-serving chicken noodle soup simmered in one pot — tender chicken, soft noodles, and vegetables in a golden broth.
There's a particular comfort in a steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup that's sized exactly for one — no leftovers, no fuss, just warmth on a day that needs it. Shredded chicken, tender egg noodles, and soft vegetables simmer together in a golden, herby broth, all in a single pot in about twenty minutes. It's soothing, savory, and deeply simple. We love it for cold days, quiet study nights, or whenever a cozy bowl of something warm is the only reasonable plan.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 🫗 1 cup water
- 🫗 1/2 cup (60g) cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works)
- 🫗 1/4 cup (35g) carrot, finely diced
- 🫗 1/4 cup (35g) celery, finely diced
- 🫗 1/4 cup (40g) onion, finely diced
- 🫗 30g egg noodles (or broken spaghetti)
- 🫗 1 clove garlic, minced
- 🫗 1 tsp olive oil
- 🫗 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
- 🫗 Salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
**Heat the oil** in a small pot over medium and cook the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic 3–4 minutes until softened.
**Add the broth, water, thyme, and rosemary**; bring to a simmer.
**Add the noodles** and cook 6–8 minutes until tender.
**Stir in the shredded chicken** and simmer 2 minutes to warm through.
**Season with salt and pepper**, ladle into a bowl, and top with fresh parsley.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Overnoodled soup gone starchy; add a little more liquid as they cook.
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Cooking noodles too long — they keep softening off the heat.
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Muddy, dull broth — go easy on the salt before the noodles absorb it.
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Skipping the aromatics; onion, celery, and carrot build the soul of the soup.
🔄 Variations
Add a handful of spinach in the last minute.
Herby: fresh dill or basil stirred in at the end.
Spicy: a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
Rotini or orzo instead of egg noodles.
🧊 Storage
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Best fresh and warm; leftovers keep a day but the noodles soften further.
💡 Chef Tips
Small, even dice lets the vegetables soften quickly.
Rotisserie chicken makes this nearly instant.
Cook the noodles right in the pot — they soak up flavor as they go.
Noted creamy finish: a spoon of yogurt or a pat of butter at the end.
❓ FAQ
Can I double this recipe?
Yes — just scale the ingredients and use a slightly larger pot.
What if I don't have a rotisserie chicken?
Poach a small chicken breast in the broth, then shred it in.
Can I use fresh noodles?
Yes — reduce the cooking time to 2–3 minutes.
How many calories?
About 390 per bowl — a warm, cozy single serving.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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