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Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Crack Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min
Serves
6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoonsalted butter: This is used to sauté the vegetables (providing a rich base for the soup.)
  • 1medium carrot (diced into thin half-slices (about ½ cup): Carrots add natural sweetness and color.)
  • 1stalk celery (finely chopped (¼ cup): Celery introduces a subtle crunch and aromatic flavor.)
  • ½small yellow onion (finely minced (about ¼ cup): Onions add depth and sweetness to the soup.)
  • 9 cupswater: The base of the soup (allowing the flavors to meld.)
  • 8 ouncesthin spaghetti (vermicelli, or angel hair pasta: Any of these noodles will provide a comforting texture.)
  • 4 ouncescream cheese (cut into chunks: This ingredient creates a creamy richness.)
  • ½ cupheavy cream: Adding this elevates the soup’s creaminess.
  • 2 cupscheddar cheese (shredded: Cheddar introduces a sharp flavor that balances well with the creaminess.)
  • 1 ounceRanch seasoning mix: A key seasoning that enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1packet top ramen seasoning: This adds a savory depth to the soup without overwhelming other flavors.
  • 2 cupsrotisserie or cooked chicken (chopped: This is the main protein source, providing texture and heartiness.)
  • 1 poundturkey bacon (cooked and crumbled: As a substitute for traditional bacon, this adds a smoky flavor.)
  • —Fresh parsley (for optional garnish: Enhances presentation and adds a fresh burst of flavor.)
  • —Salt and pepper (to taste: Essential for enhancing all flavors in the dish.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables: In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, melt the 1 tablespoon salted butter over medium heat. Add the ½ cup diced carrots, ¼ cup finely chopped celery, and ¼ cup minced yellow onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions soften.

  2. 2

    Cook the Pasta: Pour in 8 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the 8 ounces of thin spaghetti, vermicelli, or angel hair pasta and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until the pasta is tender, about 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Make the Soup Creamy: Add the 4 ounces of cream cheese and ½ cup heavy cream, stirring continuously until the cream cheese melts completely. Then, stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and mix until smooth. Sprinkle in the 1 ounce Ranch seasoning mix and the 1 packet top ramen seasoning, stirring well to incorporate.

  4. 4

    Add the Protein: Stir in the 2 cups chopped rotisserie or cooked chicken and the 1 pound crumbled turkey bacon. If the soup is too thick, add up to 1 additional cup of water until you reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve & Garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra turkey bacon and fresh parsley if desired.