Use a store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience, and you’ll have semi-homemade comfort food in less than an hour!

(makes 6 servings)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil

2 ribs celery, 1 peeled medium onion, and 2 peeled carrots, diced small

Salt, pepper, and (optiona)l Cajun or Creole seasoning, to taste

2-3 garlic cloves, sliced or minced

2 quarts (64oz) chicken stock, lowest sodium possible

2-3 sprigs thyme

1-2 bay leaves

1 – 12oz or 16oz package egg noodles

2-3 cups cooked chicken, cubed or shredded (use a store-bought rotisserie chicken if desired)

Chopped chives or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Heat canola oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.

Add celery, onion, and carrots.  Season with salt, pepper, and optional Cajun or Creole seasoning.  Stir and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add garlic, stir and cook for 1 more minute.

Pour in chicken stock.  Add thyme and bay leaves.  Raise heat to a simmer, stir, and partially cover.  Simmer for 7-10 minutes.

Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions.

Remove from heat and stir in cooked chicken.

Garnish with chopped chives or parsley and serve.