Hearty Vegan Chicken Noodle (Printable Version)

A savory blend of vegan chicken, vegetables, and noodles creates a comforting, hearty soup ideal for chilly days.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Oils and Aromatics

01 - 30 ml olive oil
02 - 1 large onion, chopped
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Vegetables

04 - 3 stalks celery, sliced
05 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced

→ Broth and Proteins

06 - 1.9 liters vegan chicken or vegetable broth
07 - 300 g vegan chicken pieces, chopped small

→ Herbs and Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
09 - 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Pasta

11 - 340 g small shaped pasta

→ Garnish and Serving

12 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
13 - Crackers or French bread, for serving

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and vegetables soften.
02 - Incorporate peeled and sliced carrots, broth, chopped vegan chicken pieces, dried basil, and dried thyme into the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
03 - Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a separate pot according to package directions, reducing cooking time by one minute to prevent overcooking. Drain and set aside.
04 - Taste the soup and adjust seasoning by adding salt, pepper, or more herbs as desired.
05 - Ladle soup into bowls and add a portion of cooked pasta into each. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve alongside crackers or bread. Store leftover noodles separately to maintain texture.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Store pasta separately from broth to prevent noodles from becoming mushy.
02 - Adjust seasoning according to personal taste preferences.