Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Noodle Soup is a classic comfort food made with chicken, noodles, and vegetables like carrots and celery, simmered in a savory broth. It originated in various forms across many cultures, but the American version is particularly iconic for its healing reputation.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish offers a balanced mix of protein from the chicken, carbohydrates from the noodles, and essential vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, all in a hydrating broth. A typical serving contains around 150-250 calories, making it a light yet nourishing option.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	75 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	9 g
Fat	2 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	800 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Vitamin A	45 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	2 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Phosphorus	100 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Often called 'Jewish penicillin,' it's culturally renowned for its perceived soothing properties during illness, a belief supported by its combination of warm broth, electrolytes, and easily digestible nutrients.