Panera Bread Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe (Homestyle & Comforting)

This Panera Bread-style chicken noodle soup is warm, wholesome, and packed with tender chicken, hearty egg noodles, and perfectly seasoned vegetables. It’s the ultimate comfort food you can make in under 45 minutes — ideal for cold days or when you're feeling under the weather.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
• 2 cups wide egg noodles
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Sauté Aromatics:
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
3. Add Broth and Spices:
4. Pour in the chicken broth. Add thyme, basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Simmer:
6. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10–12 minutes until the carrots are nearly tender.
7. Add Chicken and Noodles:
8. Stir in the shredded chicken and egg noodles. Cook for another 8–10 minutes or until noodles are tender.
9. Finish:
10. Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley.