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Classic Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
🛒 Quick Ingredients
📋 Complete Ingredients List
💡 Pro tip: Tap items to check them off as you prep!
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- cup fresh parsley, chopped
🍳 Quick Cooking Steps
Press SAUTE on Instant Pot and add olive oil
Add diced onions, carrots, and celery to pot and saut for 3-4 minutes until softened
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant
Add chicken breasts, chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary
Close lid and set valve to SEALING position
Press MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK and set to HIGH pressure for 8 minutes
Once cooking is complete, allow natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure
Remove chicken breasts and shred with two forks
Press SAUTE mode again and add egg noodles
Cook noodles for 4-5 minutes until tender
Return shredded chicken to pot
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Stir in fresh parsley before serving
🔧 Kitchen Tools & Equipment
📋 Complete Tools List
- 6-quart Instant Pot
- Sharp chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
- Soup bowls for serving
⚡ Quick Cooking Tips
Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version
Add different vegetables like corn or peas
Try different pasta shapes like small shells or ditalini
Make it spicy with red pepper flakes
Use low-sodium broth to control salt content
Add lemon juice and dill for a Greek-style variation
Use bone-in chicken for richer broth
📊 Nutrition Facts
🔥 Time to Burn Calories
Walking 45min, Running 25min, Cycling 35min
📦 Storage & Meal Prep
🥶 Storage Instructions
- Store soup in airtight containers in refrigerator for up to 4 days Keep noodles separate if storing long-term to prevent them from becoming mushy Cool completely before refrigerating
🔥 Reheating Tips
- Reheat in Instant Pot on SAUTE mode for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally Microwave individual portions for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through Add extra broth when reheating if needed
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
- Chop vegetables up to 2 days in advance Make broth base and store separately from noodles Cook chicken ahead and shred when ready to use
❄️ Freezing Guide
- Freeze soup without noodles for up to 3 months Use freezer-safe containers or heavy-duty freezer bags Thaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers Top with additional fresh herbs Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness Pair with a simple green salad Serve with grilled cheese sandwiches for a heartier meal
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Overcooking the noodles making them mushy Not allowing for natural release time Adding too much salt before tasting Cutting vegetables in inconsistent sizes Using frozen chicken without adjusting cooking time
🎨 Recipe Variations
- Asian-style: Add ginger, star anise, and rice noodles Mexican-inspired: Include lime, cilantro, and tortilla strips Italian version: Add small pasta, spinach, and parmesan Low-carb: Use zucchini noodles instead of pasta Gluten-free: Substitute with gluten-free pasta or rice
❓ Quick Cooking Q&A
Yes, increase cooking time to 12 minutes at high pressure
This can happen from vigorous boiling or not skimming foam. It's safe to eat but strain for clearer broth
Yes, add firm vegetables with chicken and tender ones after pressure cooking
Cook them separately or add them after pressure cooking
Replace chicken with chickpeas and use vegetable broth instead
About 5-10 minutes, wait until pin drops naturally
Ensure enough liquid and deglaze pot after sauting
Yes, if your Instant Pot is 8 quarts or larger, keeping same cooking time
Use dried herbs, using 1/3 the amount of fresh
Use bone-in chicken or add bouillon
Yes, adjust cooking time based on package instructions
Increase cooking time by 2-3 minutes for more tender results
Use low-sodium broth and adjust seasoning to taste
Yes, add after pressure cooking is complete
Store in airtight container, keeping noodles separate if possible