Dinner for 2
Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
$16.25for 440 minServes 2
A savory broth simmers with vegetables, noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, and optional Swiss chard for a filling soup.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Celery$2.29 each typical | 0.25 | $0.64Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.39Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.26Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.24Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | 0.25 | $0.40Typical price |
 | Egg noodles$0.14/oz typical | 5.5 oz | $0.77Typical price |
 | Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $1.75Typical price |
| Bok choy and napa cabbage$1.99/lb typical | 0.15 lb | $0.25Typical price |
 | Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $8.13 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoa
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- 40 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 2servings (the source says 6, which counts pieces)
- $$$typical cost tier
AmericanDairy-freeBudgetFamilyLunchesDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter
$4.06 per serving$16.25 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 ribs celery
- 1 small yellow onion
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 3 1/2 cloves garlic
- 8 sprigs fresh italian parsley
- 5 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 whole dry bay leaves
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup filtered water
- 5 1/2 oz egg noodles
- 1 rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups swiss chard (optional)
- 1/2 large lemon (optional)
- as needed kosher salt and ground black pepper (optional)
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the celery, carrots, and onion for 5 minutes.
- Add the Italian seasoning and garlic, then cook for 1 minute.
- Add 8 cups water, bouillon cubes, parsley, thyme, and bay leaves, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Whisk the cornstarch with the filtered water, stir it into the pot, and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the egg noodles and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until tender.
- Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and Swiss chard, then simmer for 3 minutes until hot.
- Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
- Remove the herbs and bay leaves, then season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
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