Ingredients

  • 1 (2 1/2 to 3 lb.) broiler-fryer chicken, cut up
  • 14 c. hot water, divided
  • 1 medium onion, cut in wedges
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1 c. sliced carrots
  • 1 c. sliced celery
  • 2 Tbsp. bouillon
  • 1 tsp. basil leaves
  • 1 tsp. parsley flakes
  • 1/2 bag of 1 lb. egg noodles

Method

  • In Dutch oven, combine chicken, 8 cups water, onion, bay leaves, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Simmer. Cook and cover until chicken is tender, about 1 hour.
  • Remove chicken.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Remove and discard skin and bones.
  • Cut meat into bite size pieces.
  • With slotted spoon, remove onion and bay leaves; skim fat from broth.
  • Add remaining 6 cups of water, chicken, celery, carrots, bouillon, basil and parsley.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer covered just until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add noodles.
  • Simmer 10 to 15 minutes stirring occasionally.