The classic Hungarian chicken noodle soup, perfect for cold days, cheering you up when you arent feeling well and any family occasion.
Servings 4people
Prep Time 10 minutesmins
Cook Time 15 minutesmins
Equipment
Chef Knife
Cooking pot
Measuring Jug
Ingredients
1mediumbrown onionfinely chopped
1 mediumcarrotcut into small dice
1mediumparsnipquartered lengthways and sliced thinly
1tbspparsleyfinely chopped
1tspsalt
4chicken legsthighs and drumsticks separated, skin removed.
150gramsfine egg noodles
1.5litreschicken stock
Instructions
Sauté the vegetables and 1 tsp salt in a pan on a low heat until soft, then add the parsley and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.
Add the chicken to the pan and cook for a minutes until the chicken pieces begin to colour. Then add the stock and bring to a simmer.
Simmer gently for 20 minutes then remove the chicken from the broth and set aside to cool.
Allow the broth to simmer gently for a further 10 minutes, then add the egg noodles and cook according to the packet instructions.
Meanwhile, remove the bones from the chicken pieces and shred the chicken.
Once the noodles are cooked, return the chicken to the pot, stir well. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Then serve, either on its own or with some bread.
Notes
Using an old hen instead of a young chicken can elevate the depth of flavor. If an old hen isn't available, consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and legs for richness.