This Chicken Noodle Stew uses carrots, celery, chicken, and egg noodles, to create a hearty comfort food that is both healthy and delicious!

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With it being wintertime, I have been pulling out all of my soup and stew recipes. There’s just something about them. They make for the most soothing dinners on cold, wintery nights.

And I have to say, this chicken noodle stew is a favorite!! With the soft egg noodles, juicy chicken, flavorful veggies, and warm broth, this hearty stew brings comfort food to a NEW LEVEL!

You know what goes great with this soup? My homemade dinner rolls and sweet spinach salad. It makes for a delicious dinner you will come back to again and again!

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Why is this recipe the best!

Not only does this Chicken Noodle Stew feel like a cozy, warm hug, but it also checks off a ton of other boxes.

For starters, it is an incredibly easy meal to make, especially for meal prepping or for family dinner. Simplicity is always a win in my book, and I’m betting it is a win in yours too!

On top of that, this recipe is pretty low calorie. So, you can feel great about eating however much you want!

Not only that, but it uses whole ingredients. You can enjoy a tasty meal and have the comfort of mind knowing that you are fueling yourself with clean energy.

Additionally, my chicken noodle stew recipe is very filling. Some soups leave you feeling hungry in an hour, but not this one! The protein packed chicken and nutrient filled veggies and noodles will give you lasting energy.

But wait. I’m still not done. This recipe is also budget friendly! Trying to feed your family while also being financially conscious? You will LOVE your grocery bill for this recipe. It needs only 6 ingredients, many of which are pretty cheap!

I could go on and on about why this recipe is so amazing, but you will just have to try it and see for yourself! I’ve been making it for family dinner for years, and it is a winner every time.

FAQs about Chicken Noodle Stew

How to thicken your soup broth?

One of the easiest ways to thicken your soup broth is by adding cornstarch. Another option is to add a roux. Both of these options can thicken the stew without doing much to change the flavor.

Does the kind of chicken you use matter?

You can use really any kind of chicken! I generally recommend using cooked chicken such as crockpotted chicken, rotisserie chicken, or grilled chicken. However, if you plan on slow cooking your stew all day, then you could add in raw chicken.

What are some other veggies I could add to this stew?

Wanting to add some more vegetables into your stew? Try any of these: kale, onion, broccoli, cabbage, corn, spinach, bell peppers. Stews are a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and add more nutrients!

How to make this Chicken Noodle Stew

Gather all your ingredients – This will allow you to move quickly through the instructions, rather than having to stop repeatedly to grab a new ingredient.
Prep your chicken and veggies – I decided to shred my carrots into thin pieces, cut up my celery, and pre-cooked my chicken and then cut it up into bite size chunks. You could also use shredded crockpotted chicken or rotisserie chicken from the store!
Add your ingredients to a large pot and bring it to a boil – Start with the chicken broth and chicken. Once it is boiling, add in your carrots, noodles, and celery.
Cover pot and return to a boil – This will help to cook the noodles and veggies.
Uncover and stir – Continue to boil uncovered until noodles are tender, about 6 minutes. Make sure to stir every minute or so to help the noodles get evenly cooked.
Add in the cornstarch mix and simmer – Combine the corn starch with a small amount of cold water to mix in a small bowl. Pour into chicken stew and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until most of the broth is absorbed.
Allow the stew to cool – Let your finished Chicken Noodle Stew sit on the stove top removed from the heat for 20 minutes to further absorb the liquid.