Ingredients:

  • 1 (3-4 pound) whole chicken, or 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks
  • 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 large carrots, roughly chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 12 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 6 tablespoons cold water
  • 2 cups chopped carrots, diced small
  • 2 cups chopped celery, diced small
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Place the chicken (or chicken pieces), onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, peppercorns, water, and vinegar (if using) in a stockpot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Skim off any foam. Cover and simmer for at least 1.5 hours.
  2. Remove the chicken and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken meat, discarding the skin and bones. Strain the broth, discarding the solids.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and water. Gradually incorporate the flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough in half. Roll out one portion into a thin sheet (about 1/8 inch thick). Cut into desired noodle shapes. Repeat with the remaining dough. Dust the noodles with flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Add the diced carrots and celery to the strained broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Add the noodles to the simmering soup and cook until they are tender, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the shredded chicken and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through and serve hot. Enjoy your homemade chicken noodle soup from scratch!