Copycat Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup

Homemade Copycat Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup: For 6 Months Old Baby & Up

Do I dare say that this will probably be the best chicken noodle soup you and your kids will ever try! This powerhouse soup literally comes out golden with just a few, simple ingredients. The Copycat Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup is very gentle on baby’s digestive system, with ingredients that are easy to digest. Made with healthy, clean ingredients and something that can nourish the whole family, babies, toddlers, kids , adults, literally everyone can enjoy it together. Lipton’s chicken noodle soup is a nostalgic favorite, bringing warmth and comfort with every spoonful. However, making a homemade copycat version allows you to enjoy the same delicious flavors while using fresh, wholesome ingredients and avoiding preservatives. This simple, nourishing soup is perfect for cold days, sick days, or when you need a cozy, nourishing, warm meal for the whole family. Whether it’s for a quick lunch, a comforting dinner, or a remedy for the sniffles, this classic soup is a powerful way to nourish growing children.

Benefits of Copycat Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup for Kids:

Chicken noodle soup is a nutrient-rich, comforting meal that is perfect for kids, whether they’re feeling under the weather or just need a wholesome, balanced meal. Packed with protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals, it provides essential nutrients for growth and development. Here’s why chicken noodle soup is a great choice for kids:

1. Boosts Immunity

Chicken noodle soup is often called “nature’s penicillin” because of its immune-boosting properties. The warm broth helps to soothe sore throats and clear nasal congestion, while the combination of chicken, vegetables, and broth provides essential nutrients like zinc, vitamin C, and antioxidants to support a healthy immune system.

2. Hydration & Comfort for Sick Days

When kids have a cold or flu, staying hydrated is crucial. The broth in chicken noodle soup helps keep them hydrated, while also providing electrolytes like sodium and potassium to maintain fluid balance. The warmth of the soup can also ease congestion and throat irritation, making it a go-to meal for sick days.

3. Packed with Essential Nutrients

Chicken noodle soup contains a variety of ingredients that contribute to a well-balanced diet:
Chicken – Provides high-quality protein for muscle growth and repair.
Noodles – A great source of energy from carbohydrates.
Vegetables (carrots, celery, onion) – Rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that support digestion and overall health.
Broth – Contains collagen, amino acids, and minerals that promote gut health, joint support, immunity and digestion.

4. Easy to Digest

For kids with sensitive stomachs, chicken noodle soup is a gentle, easy-to-digest meal that doesn’t put stress on the digestive system. The simple, wholesome ingredients make it an excellent option for toddlers and young children, even when they’re feeling unwell.

Tips for the Best Homemade Copycat Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup:

• I used chicken leg quarters to make the soup, with the bones and skin on. This ensures you will get all the good collagen and nutrients from the chicken. Chicken leg quarters is the thigh and drumstick together. I don’t recommend using chicken breast in this recipe.
• You want to simmer the chicken for at least 1 hour and 20-30 minutes. The chicken will literally be falling off the bone and gives a beautiful taste.
• Make sure to blend all the veggies with a little broth and pour back into pot.
• Use small, kid-friendly noodles. The one’s I used are called Fillini.
• If you have any soup left, put in container and freeze. You can thaw and reheat over the stove for another rainy day.

Tips For Serving:

6-9 months of age- blend soup with broth, chicken and noodles. It comes out to a beautiful, golden, creamy puree. The soup is freezer-friendly, I suggest freezing portions of the pureed version for little one’s.  Avoid adding salt to the soup.

12 months & up- Serve as is. Everything in the soup is extremely soft and easy to eat.

What you need:

Large soup pot– I like to use stainless steel

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are some more kid-friendly soups you can check out:

Nourishing Oatmeal Veggie Soup

Healing Chicken and Rice Soup

The Best Comforting Pastina

Healthier Broccoli Cheese Soup

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Copycat Lipton Chicken Noodle Soup

Author: Eating With Zion

Ingredients

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• 3 chicken leg quarters (bone-in, skin on)
• 1 onion
• 2 carrot
• 2 celery
• ¹⁄₂ cup small noodles
• 1 tsp turmeric
• pinch of black pepper
• 1 tsp salt (omit for younger babies)

Directions

1. Fill large soup pot halfway with water and bring to a boil
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1. Once boiling add chicken, along with turmeric, salt, pepper and cover on medium heat for 60 minutes Omit the salt for younger babies and check throughout cook time to make sure water is not dissipating. I noticed with stainless steel pots the water doesn't finish like in other pots.
   
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1. In the mean time largely peel and chop onion, carrots and celery. Add to the pot after 60 minutes, cover on medium heat for additional 20 minutes
   
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1. When ready take out chicken and put to the side
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1. Add all veggies to a blender with a little bit of broth and blend
   
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1. Add blended veggies back into pot and mix
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1. At this point add 1 more cup of water and bring to a boil
   
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1. Add noodles and cook for 8-9 minutes uncovered
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1. While noodles are cooking debone all your chicken and throw back into pot
   
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1. Serve & Enjoy. For younger babies blend soup, noodles with chicken into creamy puree
   
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