Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Instructions

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1. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots and celery and cook for 6 minutes, stirring now and then, until softened.
2. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Pour in the broth, add the whole chicken pieces and the thyme, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F.
4. Lift out the chicken, shred it with two forks and set aside.
5. Add the noodles to the simmering broth and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until tender.
6. Return the chicken to the pot, stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.