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Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Crack Chicken Noodle Soup
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This Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, cheesy, savory, and bursting with flavor! Packed with shredded chicken, crispy bacon, tender noodles, and ranch seasoning, every spoonful is rich and irresistible. It’s an easy 30-minute dinner the whole family will love… and trust us, one bite and you’ll be hooked!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 large carrots, peeled & diced

  • 2 ribs celery, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch dressing mix

  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken

  • 8 oz frozen egg noodles

  • 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (plus extra for topping)

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened & cubed

  • 1 cup half-and-half (or milk)

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)

  • Green onions, chopped for garnish

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté the vegetables
    In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook ~5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

  2. Build the broth
    Pour in chicken broth, ranch seasoning, shredded chicken, and crumbled bacon. Stir well.

  3. Cook the noodles
    Add the frozen egg noodles and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until tender.

  4. Make it creamy
    Stir in cream cheese, half-and-half, and cheddar cheese. Continue heating until melted and smooth.

  5. Season & serve
    Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm topped with extra cheddar, bacon, and green onions.

Notes

  • Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken for a fast weeknight meal.

  • Thicker soup? Let it simmer longer or add a little more cream cheese.

  • Spicy version: Add cayenne pepper, jalapeño, or a sprinkle of spicy ranch.

  • Different noodles: Use pasta shapes like rotini or shells if you can’t find frozen egg noodles.

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