Quick Chicken Soup Without Noodles

There is a misconception that Spanish soup recipes are difficult to make, or that all of them require ingredients found only in Spain and nowhere else in the world.

Fortunately, there are hundreds of recipes from the south of this country that are super simple to make and with ingredients you can find in any store, and the chicken soup without noodles is an example of that.

This dish embodies the essence of Spanish chicken soups, offering warmth and comfort with every spoonful, and by reading this article you will learn how to make it at home.

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Background of the Dish

Passed down through generations, this nourishing dish reflects Andalusia’s cultural diversity, blending flavors and traditions from different culinary influences. 

The chicken soup without noodles was the first chicken soup to be created in Southern Spain, and it only called for simple ingredients that everyone had.

Over time, more modern and striking Spanish soup recipes were developed, like the alphabet soup and the glass noodle soup, but this traditional one still owns the hearts of every Andalusian.

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Things You’ll Need for Chicken Soup Without Noodles

To make this chicken soup without noodles you will need potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic cloves, chicken broth, and chicken breasts.

For the equipment, you’ll just need a sharp knife to cut the chicken, and a large pot to cook the soup.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breast 
• 8 cups (2l) chicken broth
• 2 onions
• 4 garlic cloves
• 3 carrots
• 3 celery stalks
• 2 potatoes
• 1 tomato
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

How to Make Chicken Soup Without Noodles – Step by Step Guide

1. For the first step in this chicken soup recipe without noodles, peel and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and the carrots into small squares. Peel and finely chop the onions and mince the garlic cloves. Lastly, dice the celery stalks and tomatoes. Set them aside.

2. After that, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and cut them into bite-sized squares. Keep in mind that you can use another part of the chicken too, as long as you clean and cut them.

3. Then, heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil. Also, add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. Now, add the chicken pieces to the pot. Cook until they are lightly browned on all sides, about 7 minutes. Once the chicken gets golden on the outside, add the chopped carrots, celery, potatoes, and tomato to the pot.

5. To continue with this Spanish soup recipe, pour in the chicken broth, ensuring that all the ingredients are submerged. Add the bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

6. After that, bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, partially covered (to let it release some of the steam), for about 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.

7. Finally, taste the chicken Spanish soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can now serve the chicken soup without noodles hot and enjoy.

Substitution of Ingredients

We are glad to inform you that there are a few changes that you can make to this Spanish chicken soup recipe, without it losing its original charm.

For example, you can make this Spanish chicken soup with any part of the chicken, such as tights, drumsticks, or even a whole chicken, just be sure to cut it accordingly and trim the skin and excess fat.

Since it is a chicken soup without noodles, a way of making it more filling could be by adding different ingredients, like mushrooms, sweet potatoes,  bell peppers, etc.

If you can’t find chicken broth, then you can do it like other Spanish chicken soup recipes and use vegetable broth instead, or mix the same amount of cups of water with a seasoned bouillon to replace it.

If you would like to enjoy a chicken soup with noodles but avoid it for a gluten-free diet, then you can check our delicious gluten-free chicken noodle soup for another alternative.

Tips on Serving Chicken Soup Without Noodles

This chicken soup without noodles works as a fantastic soul-warming main dish, perfect for cozy nights or comforting lunches.

Similar to other chicken soup recipes without noodles, you can add some croutons or serve it with a slice of your favorite bread so that none of the rich broth goes to waste. 

Besides that, all of the Spanish chicken soups -including this one- pair well topped with grated parmesan or manchego cheese, as it adds a rich and savory depth of flavor, elevating the dish to a whole new level of culinary delight.

To play with the flavor profile in this chicken noodle soup without the noodles, you can top it with chopped parsley for a fresh flavor, lemon wedges for a citrusy feeling, or a drizzle of hot sauce to spice things up.

Try the vegetable noodle soup if you want a soup with noodles but with no meat.

How to Store Chicken Soup Without Noodles

After preparing this recipe for Spanish chicken soup, you’ll have the option to store the dish in the fridge or freezer according to your preferences.

First, let the chicken soup without noodles cool to room temperature and place it in a covered airtight freezer-safe container (or multiple ones if you want to store it in portions).

Then, take the soup to the fridge where it can last up to 3 days, or to the freezer and store it for up to 60 days, preserving its original flavor and texture.

Like most Spanish soups, we recommend that you reheat them on the stove over medium-low heat, but you could do it in the microwave for a couple of minutes too.

Other Spanish soups recipes that you can prepare and then store to enjoy later are the delicious hot Spanish garlic soup and the incredible Spanish shrimp soup.

Recipe Card: Chicken Soup Without Noodles

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