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Crack Chicken Noodle Soup 

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This Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is a rich, creamy, and cheesy twist on the classic comfort dish. Loaded with tender chicken,  egg noodles, and a ranch-seasoned broth, this soup is packed with flavor and warmth. Perfect for chilly nights, meal prep, or a cozy family dinner, this one-pot meal comes together in just 30 minutes!

Ingredients

Meat & Dairy:

  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk

Broth & Seasoning:

  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed chicken soup
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

Vegetables & Noodles:

  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 8 oz egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Sauté the Vegetables:

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat.
  2. Add celery and carrots; sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

2. Add Broth & Chicken:

  1. Pour in chicken stock and condensed chicken soup, stirring to combine.
  2. Add shredded chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer.

3. Cook the Noodles:

  1. Stir in the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions (about 7-9 minutes) until tender.

4. Make It Creamy:

  1. Lower the heat and stir in cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and whole milk.
  2. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and combined

5. Serve & Enjoy:

  1. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley .
  2. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a thinner soup, add more chicken broth or milk.
  • For extra richness, stir in ½ cup heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Make it ahead: Store without noodles and add fresh ones when reheating to avoid sogginess.

Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/crack-chicken-noodle-soup/