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What to Serve with Chicken Noodle Soup: 25 Sides

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February 18, 2025

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Wondering what to serve with chicken noodle soup? I’ve got you covered with these 25+ tasty sides. Salads, veggies & more!

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Some of the most popular chicken soup recipes on my blog are this Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup, Creamy Chicken Orzo Soup, Leftover Chicken Soup, and Lemon Dill Chicken Soup.

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But no matter which type of chicken soup you’re serving, you’re guaranteed to find a perfect side dish here.

Slurp-Worthy Soup + Amazing Side Dish = PERFECTION!

When serving chicken noodle soup for dinner, some really stellar side dishes can really help complete the meal.

From classics such garlic bread and green salad, to healthier options such as sauteed spinach and grilled peppers, there are so many options.

So, let’s dig in!

Keep reading to discover 25+ of the best side dishes to serve with chicken noodle soup.

What to Serve with Chicken Soup

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This simple Italian Chopped Salad dresses fresh veggies, salami, mozzarella & chickpeas in a delicious homemade Italian dressing.
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Add a healthy boost of nutrients to your dinner with this easy Sauteed Spinach. Baby spinach is added to a skillet along with garlic and olive oil, then sauteed gently to create a simple side dish that pairs with any meal!
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How to Make Ahead and Store

Many of these chicken noodle soup side dish recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead. 

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Did you Make Any of These Chicken Noodle Soup Sides?

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What to Serve with Chicken Noodle Soup: 25+ Sides

Wondering what to serve with chicken noodle soup? I’ve got you covered with these 25+ tasty sides. Salads, veggies & more! Try them with this Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup. It's packed with flavor, super easy and so satisfying.
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Serves 6 people
Created by Platings and Pairings
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
Time for Pressure to Build & Release: 25 minutes mins
Total Time: 50 minutes mins

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large shallot (minced)
  • 3 medium carrots (sliced)
  • 2 stalks celery (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless (skinless chicken thighs)
  • 4 cups chicken broth (32-ounce box)
  • 2 cups water
  • Parmesan rind (optional)
  • 6 ounces egg noodles (about 4 cups)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (minced)
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice or red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Sour cream (to serve)

Instructions

  • Press SAUTE and add olive oil to Instant Pot. Once hot, add shallot, carrot and celery. Saute 2-3 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer. Hit CANCEL.
  • Add oregano, basil, bay leaf, chicken, broth, water and parmesan rind to the pot. Stir to combine.
  • Set pot to seal and cook on MANUAL high pressure for 10 minutes. It will take about 15 minutes for the pressure to build, then the countdown timer will begin.
  • When the cook time ends, allow the pressure to  naturally release for 10 minutes. Then, carefully release the remaining pressure by turning the steam release valve to vent and remove the lid.
  • Transfer the chicken to a bowl and discard the bay leaf and parmesan rind.
  • Press SAUTE and bring the soup to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, shred the chicken using two forks. When the noodles are done cooking, return the chicken to the pot. Add parsley and lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with a dollop of sour cream if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

How to Freeze:
  • You can definitely freeze this soup. However, the pasta will become soggy, and the soup will become thicker as the pasta will continue to soak up that liquid. To solve this, I like to prepare the soup without the pasta, then when I’m ready to serve it, I add some cooked pasta to the warm soup. 

Nutrition

Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 780mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 5417IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg
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