Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients

• 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 (32 ounce) containers chicken broth
• 2 medium celery ribs, sliced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup wide egg noodles

Directions

1. 1

   In a large soup pot over high heat, bring all ingredients except pasta to a boil.

2. 2

   Keep soup at a low boil for about 20 minutes over medium high heat, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Add pasta and return to boil.

4. 4

   Reduce heat and cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta and vegetables are tender.

5. 5

   Remove and discard bay leaf.

6. 6

   Ladle into soup bowls and serve with crunchy breadsticks or warm bread.