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Cutting board with chopped carrots, onions and celery. Packaged noodles in the background. Instant pot in the background.

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Cozy, comforting chicken noodle soup made in the Instant Pot — rich, savory broth, tender shredded chicken, and hearty egg noodles. A family favorite for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs boneless and skinless or bone-in and skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups carrots chopped
  • 2 cups onion chopped
  • 1 cup celery chopped
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 cups water
  • 8-12 oz wide egg noodles
  • 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base

Method
 

  1. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and thyme (about 1/2 teaspoon thyme per side).
  2. Set the Instant Pot to SAUTE and melt the butter. Sear the chicken 3-4 minutes per side until browned, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add the carrots, celery, and onion. Saute about 2 minutes, stirring to coat in the butter and seasonings.
  4. Pour in 2 cups cold water, then add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place the browned chicken back on top of the veggies.
  5. Close the lid, set to HIGH PRESSURE for 6 minutes, and make sure the valve is sealing.
  6. When the timer goes off, quick release the pressure. Once fully released, open the lid and move the chicken to a cutting board.
  7. Add 4 cups chicken broth and 2 cups water. Set to SAUTE and bring to a boil, then stir in the Better Than Bouillon.
  8. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package directions (see notes for a faster method). Meanwhile, shred or chop the chicken and stir it back in.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!