"Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is incredibly cozy, easy, hearty, comfort food all made in one pot! (Make ahead instructions)..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons olive oil, (divided)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs OR 2 ½ cups rotisserie chicken ((see notes))
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salt and pepper
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1 1/2 cups carrots sliced 1/4-inch thick
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1 1/2 cups celery sliced 3/8-inch thick
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1 onion, (diced)
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4-6 cloves garlic, (minced)
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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8 cups low sodium chicken broth
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1 tablespoon granulated chicken bouillon, bouillon cubes or better than bouillon
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1 tablespoon dried parsley or 3 TBS fresh
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1 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried basil
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1/2 tsp EACH dried thyme, dried sage, ground cumin
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pinch -1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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2 bay leaves
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2 cups half and half (or evaporated milk + 1/2 TBS cornstarch)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 cups wide egg noodles, uncooked
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1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese