Cozy Chicken Vermicelli Soup Delight

Here’s a comforting and delicious Cozy Chicken Vermicelli Soup Delight recipe — perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather. It’s light, nourishing, and packed with flavor.

🥣 Cozy Chicken Vermicelli Soup Delight

🍗 Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)

• 1 bay leaf

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1½ cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)

• 100g (about 3.5 oz) vermicelli noodles

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Sauté the aromatics:

   • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables soften (about 5–7 minutes).

2. Simmer the broth:

   • Pour in the chicken broth, add bay leaf and thyme.

   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

3. Add chicken & noodles:

   • Stir in shredded chicken and vermicelli.

   • Cook for another 5–7 minutes, or until noodles are tender.

4. Season & finish:

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

   • Remove bay leaf.

   • Stir in lemon juice if using.

5. Serve:

   • Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.

📝 Tips:

• For extra comfort: Add a splash of cream or a pat of butter at the end.

• Make it spicy: Add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha.

• Want it heartier? Add a handful of spinach or a soft-boiled egg on top.