Chicken noodle soup is basically comfort in a bowl. No surprise that this dish is made all over the world. We share our favorites, from Italian-style lemony recipes to spicy Asian-inspired bowls. Stay cozy!
30 Chicken Noodle Soups from Around the World
Updated on Aug. 02, 2024
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Coconut Curry Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Similar to a Vietnamese pho rice noodle soup, this red coconut curry chicken soup packs big flavor and a bit of heat. The crisp raw vegetables help cool things down. —Monnie Norasing, Mansfield, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 601 calories, 34g fat (26g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1722mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
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Chicken Barley Soup
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No question—this is my favorite barley soup! It's so filling that I serve it as a hearty main dish, and I have given the recipe to many of our friends and relatives. It simply tastes too good to keep to yourself! —Diana Costello, Marion, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 259 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 127mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Zesty Chicken Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
10 servings (3-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This spicy chicken soup is chock full of chicken and vegetables. Best of all, it freezes nicely, making a second meal with little effort! —Gwen Nelson, Castro Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups (calculated without cheese and tortilla chips): 152 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 518mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Homey Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Chicken noodle soup brings back memories of childhood. This revamped version with a healthy twist is a favorite at my house, especially after we’ve been working outside on a cool day. It takes the chill off.—Cynthia LaFourcade, Salmon, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 381 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 1104mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
Greek Avgolemono Soup
Avgolemono soup is a classic Greek recipe that has been prepared with love by yia-yias and passed down to their children and grandchildren for generations. As with most beloved family recipes, countless variations and adaptations of this recipe exist. However, classic avgolemono soup is, at its core, Greek chicken soup.
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Curly Noodle Chicken Soup
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
9 servings (about 2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this recipe to serve at a dinner I hosted for a group of friends. The main course was Italian, and I needed a good soup, so I converted a favorite tortilla soup recipe by substituting pasta and adding different seasonings. —Maxine Pierson, San Ramon, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 223 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Thai Curry Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My go-to Thai restaurant inspired this curry soup. Shiitake mushrooms are my favorite, but any fresh mushroom will work. Fresh basil and lime add a burst of bright flavors. —Tre Balchowsky, Sausalito, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 289 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 772mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
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Italian Chicken Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This satisfying soup gets its Italian flair from fennel, thyme, basil and orzo pasta. If you don't start with a low-sodium or sodium-free stock, you might want to decrease the amount of salt called for in the recipe. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 279 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 829mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Gnocchi Chicken Minestrone
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings (2-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The inspiration for this recipe comes from my Italian heritage—my mom was a wonderful soup maker. Using frozen gnocchi saves time and adds extra heartiness to this chunky soup. —Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 324 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 1163mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
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Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
3 hours 45 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of my favorite soup recipes to serve in the wintertime because it's easy and comforting, and it fills the entire house with a wonderful aroma. My whole family loves it! —Brandy Stansbury, Edna, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 126 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Cold-Day Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was sick, my mom would make me this heartwarming chicken noodle soup. It was soothing when I had a cold, but this soup is a bowlful of comfort on any chilly day. —Anthony Graham, Ottawa, lllinois
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 195 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 639mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Zesty Chicken Tortellini Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love coming home knowing this soup is waiting for me. Don't hesitate to toss in whatever veggies you have on hand. —Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 310 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1097mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
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Chicken Soup with Spaetzle
Total Time
2 hours 50 min
Servings
10 servings (2 1/2 quarts)
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 206 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 829mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
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Chicken Curry Soup
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My German mother would occasionally cook dishes that were not traditional German recipes. One of my favorites was her Curry Chicken Soup. I've added my own touches to it, such as the chickpeas, coconut milk and fresh cilantro.—Deanna Hindenach, Paw Paw, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 270 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein.
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Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the chicken noodle soup recipes out there, this type of soup is my favorite and is in heavy rotation from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans.—Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 239 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1176mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.
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Avgolemono Soup
Total Time
2 hours 50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While avgolemono may be tricky to pronounce if you didn’t grow up eating traditional Greek food, the recipe itself couldn’t be simpler. A quintessential Greek dish, this avgolemono soup is made using pantry staples and results in a meal that’s pure comfort food. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 392 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 245mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein.
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Chicken and Vegetable Noodle Soup
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
64 servings (1 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Our Deaconess Group uses this recipe when cooking for members of our congregation. It makes a huge batch, so it's ideal to freeze portions in microwave-safe containers. Then just thaw and reheat in the microwave for a filling meal. People who try this soup say it's the best they have ever tasted. —Stacey Christensen, West Valley City, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 190 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 837mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband is Greek, so I'm always trying new Mediterranean recipes. This lemon chicken orzo soup is his favorite dish that I make. Serve it with a little feta or Parmesan and a side of toast. —Kristine Kosturos, Olympia, Washington.
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 223 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 630mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Chicken Alphabet Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a teenager and love to make this fun chicken soup for my family. It makes me so happy when they tell me how much they like it! —Sarah Mackey, New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 163 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 828mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Chicken Gnocchi Pesto Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After tasting a similar soup at a restaurant, I created this quick and tasty version. It’s rich and creamy, and couldn’t be easier to make! —Deanna Smith, Des Moines, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 586 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 158mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein.
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Italian Chicken Sausage Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Bursting with fabulous Italian flavors, this hearty soup is sure to chase away winter's chills. Serve with some crusty rolls for a satisfying dinner.— Cheryl Ravesi, Milford, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 337 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 838mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 10g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Mediterranean Chicken Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my go-to soup when I'm under the weather. It always makes me feel better. This filling dish is also delicious for lunch or dinner, even when you're feeling great. —Angie Pitts, Charleston, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 285 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 1042mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Cajun Chicken & Rice Soup
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoy this comforting, spicy soup frequently in our household. It's really good served with hot cornbread. —Lisa Hammond, Higginsville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 245 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 709mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Chicken & Spinach Tortellini Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Shredded rotisserie chicken is complemented by fresh green spinach and cheese tortellini in this quick-to-fix soup. It makes a great starter or a light meal with a salad and crusty bread. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 287 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 1130mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
5 hours 50 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This satisfying soup with a hint of cayenne is brimming with vegetables, chicken and noodles. The recipe originally came from my father-in-law, but I made some changes to give it my own spin. —Norma Reynolds, Overland Park, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 199 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 663mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A good friend made us this rich, comforting soup after the birth of our son. It was such a help to have dinner taken care of until I was back on my feet. This yummy dish is so simple to fix that now I give a pot of it (along with the recipe) to other new mothers. —Joanna Sargent, Sandy, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 218 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 980mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
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Asian Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
One night I didn’t have any noodles for my chicken soup, so I gave it a twist and added wonton wrappers. It was great! Don’t skip the celery leaves; they bring great flavor to this Asian chicken soup. —Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 227 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 1344mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Turkey Noodle Soup
Total Time
5 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings (3-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Make the most of leftover turkey with this down-home soup. Creating a broth by roasting the turkey, garlic and vegetables adds richness and depth to the flavor without the need for additional fats. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 188 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
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30-Minute Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick and easy chicken noodle soup recipe is perfect for a cold, wintry day. It is my favorite thing to eat when I'm not feeling well; it makes me feel so much better. —Lacy Waadt, Payson, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 196 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
