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4.57 from 41 votes

Simple Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

I mean who doesn't love Chicken Noodle Soup!? It is a staple that you need in your house hold, especially when it comes to Fall and Winter months. This recipe is simple, doesn't require a lot of effort ( 2 major things for me right now!) and is healthy! It will be perfect for nights you need a little comfort and/or really just want the best chicken noodle soup!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken noodle, easy soups, fall foods, fall recipes, instant pot
Servings: 6
Calories: 335kcal
Author: Alaina Hinkle

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts chopped into 1 inch pieces
  • 8 oz spaghetti noodles
  • 1 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 yellow onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice ( about 1 lemon)
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp tumeric
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp garlic ghee or unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup half and half

Instructions

  • In Instant Pot add the 2 tbsp garlic ghee and press saute. Add in the onions and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Next add in the carrots and celery. Continue to have the Instant Pot on saute. Continue to stir with spatula so it does not stick. Add in 1 tsp of thyme, 1/2 tsp of oregano and 1/2 tsp salt. Saute for 4 minutes.
  • Then add in the chopped chicken breast, mix until throughly combined and saute for another 4 minutes. Add in the remaining seasoning : 1 tsp parsley, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp tumeric and 1/8 tsp cayenne. Mix until combined and make sure nothing is sticking on the bottom of the Instant Pot.
  • Pour in the 6 cups chicken broth and break the spagheti noodles in half and place on top and press into the broth. Secure Instant Pot lid and lock the pressure release valve. Turn on High Pressure for 10 minutes. Once the 10 minutes are up it will beep and dispaly LO 00. Then let it Naturally relrease for 8 minutes. It will read LO 08. Then quick release, and take lid off when float valve drops.
  • After the float valve drops and you have taken lid off, gradually pour in the Half and Half, stirring after each pour, then pour in the 3 tbsp lemon juice, stir in. Let sit, stirring occasionally for 2 minutes. Then pour into bowls and serve with crispy bread or large salad!

If using already cooked chicken or turkey

  • Do not put the chicken in at the beginning. You will end up putting it in on the LAST step from above. Once you quick release and take the lid off, you will pour in the Haflf & Half, lemon juice and then the chopped chicken or turkey. Continue to stir to heat up the chicken and the serve!