This jarred chicken noodle soup mix is part of my series on making meals to eat later. They make great gifts for new mothers and for the holidays, and you can take a pot of soup to someone who is sick at the last minute. When my grandkids call me to say they have a cold, they always ask me what they need to get through it.
My first response is always chicken noodle soup. The second choice is green tea, with honey and lemon. And don’t forget Vicks VapoRub. I also love my one essential oil called “Breathe.” I can’t get low on that crucial oil, or I go into panic mode.
Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar is the Perfect Gift
You can gift one of these jars to a neighbor who is under the weather, or make a pot of soup for your own family at the last minute by just adding water to the jar’s ingredients and then cooking it. Who doesn’t love a hot pot of soup, right? I like to drop these soups off as surprise gifts, or give them to someone when they are sick.
Ingredients for Making The Soup Mix
- Dried Parsley: Parsley has a delicious, slightly bitter taste that complements other flavors well. Used to enhance the different flavors of the soup.
- Garlic Powder: A spice that is created from dehydrated garlic and also used to enhance the other flavors of the soup.
- Sweet Dried Basil: Sweet dried basil has a distinct flavor and is a milder version of regular dried basil. It has less of a licorice flavor.
- Chicken Bouillon: Made with a variety of seasonings, including salt, chicken stock, dehydrated vegetables, and fat.
- Bay Leaf: A very aromatic leaf that, when infused with a liquid, gives off a subtle minty flavor.
- Dehydrated Carrots: Dehydrated carrots are nearly as healthy as fresh carrots. When properly dried, carrots retain most of their minerals and vitamins.
- Dehydrated Celery: Dehydrated celery is crisp, light, and delicious. When properly dried, celery retains most of the flavor, minerals, and vitamins of a fresh celery stalk.
- Dried/Minced Onions: When dried, onions develop a richer flavor than fresh onions. Perfect for soups! Adds a kick of sweet onion flavor!
- Wide Egg Noodles: The eggs in these pasta noodles help create a thick, hearty noodle when cooked.
Filling The Jars
Grab a wide-mouth quart (32-ounce) mason jar and layer the dried vegetables in the order listed. Start with the onions, carrots, celery, and then the noodles. Place the sweet basil, garlic powder, one bay leaf, and the bouillon in a small bag. Seal the bag; it will go on top of the dry soup mix ingredients. Place a lid on the jar and seal it with a FoodSaver or DicoRain
You’ll need a Funnel to fill the jars with the dry ingredients; trust me. As mentioned, the seasoning bag will go on top of the pasta. These are so fun to make, my friends! These would make great gifts to take to someone who is sick or having surgery; the list is endless. The recipient will be so excited to make this delicious soup! Seasoning Bags I used. I bought the 3.5” x 5.5” size bags. You may want some Twine or ribbon for the gift tags.
Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar
I think my favorite part about this whole soup-in-a-jar mix is that it’s ready to go. When you’re hungry, you can get one of these out. You can spend a day preparing a batch of jars for future use and then retrieve one when needed. Additionally, it’s a blessing to someone else when you give them this Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar.
What the Soup Looks Like
When it comes to chicken soup, I think it’s one of the yummiest recipes you can make. The recipe itself can vary significantly, but this is my favorite. If a family member asks you to make them Chicken Soup, you get out this recipe and make it for them. They will be so thankful they know someone who can make a delicious soup. Suggested Dehydrated Vegetables
Step One: Place Dry Ingredients in a Soup Pot
When ready to cook, place the dry ingredients in a large stockpot.
Step Two: Add Water and Seasonings
Add the 7 cups of water and the entire contents of the soup mix seasonings onto the dry ingredients.
Step Three: Add the Bouillon Cubes
I threw the bouillon cubes in, but they quickly floated to the bottom. After the soup comes to a boil, simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables and pasta are cooked to perfection. Stir to make sure the soup is well mixed, particularly the bouillon cubes.
Finished Product
Remove bay leaves. Add the 2 cups of cooked chicken to the heated soup mixture and stir until heated through, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy.
Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar
Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar Recipe
What can I serve with this soup?
What size jars can I use?
You can use quart mason jars (32-ounce size) or any jars equal in size. I have a ton of canning jars, so these were my first choice.
Should I use a FoodSaver to seal the jars?
I used my FoodSaver to remove the air from the jars so I can store them in my pantry.
Do I need Oxygen Absorbers in the jars?
You can use oxygen absorbers, but I don’t. I only want these jars to be used for relatively short-term storage.
Can I store my soup in bags instead of jars?
Yes, you can, but the edges of the pasta may tear through the bags. I’m sure some people use Mylar bags, but I prefer not to; it’s a personal preference. I have jars, so I opt to use them.
What is the shelf life of these soup mixes?
You may remember that Mark and I took classes to get our Master Canning and Preserving Certificates. We have been canning as a family for over 55 years, but I wanted to learn the latest safety tips.
According to our class, if you process food at home, it will remain safe for one year. From experience, I know we used my homemade grape juice when it was two years old, but I’m just sharing the facts. Everyone has their impression of shelf life; I get it. Please do what you feel good about.
Are there Gluten-Free Noodles?
Yes, a reader mentioned that she uses a particular brand, but it is no longer available. Yay, for another option for our GF friends! Gluten-Free Pasta
Could I use rice, quinoa, or lentils in this recipe instead of noodles?
I love what the wide egg noodles provide in this recipe! If you’re interested in rice, quinoa, or lentils, you’ll need to be mindful of how to cook them compared with egg noodles.
Could I replace the dehydrated vegetables with dried vegetable flakes or powders?
I highly recommend using the dehydrated vegetables in this chicken noodle soup mix-in-a-jar recipe! We use larger pieces of vegetables in this recipe, similar to those found in traditional chicken noodle soup. If you were to use carrot flakes, celery flakes, or onion powder, you would have the flavor, but a thinner soup. It all depends on the results that you’re aiming for!
Could I add additional dehydrated vegetables?
I love the dehydrated vegetables that are in this recipe as is! Adding more dehydrated vegetables would make the flavor different from a traditional chicken noodle soup. If you’re interested in adding more dehydrated vegetables to this chicken noodle-in-a-jar recipe, I recommend adding any of the following: red or green bell peppers, potatoes, peas, tomatoes, or any other vegetables of your choice.
If you like this Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar recipe, check out my Soup Mix in a Jar Series!
Final Word
I hope you enjoy this Chicken Noodle Soup Mix in a Jar recipe and the rest of my Soup Mix in a Jar series. I feel a strong urge to teach others to cook from scratch and make the process as easy as possible. Families are busy, and I get it. Let’s teach them to cook with the ingredients from their pantries at home. If we stock up, we’re prepared for the unexpected.
Plus, what a great example for the kids and grandkids: breakfast, lunch, and dinner don’t have to come from a fast-food drive-through. If you have a favorite easy-to-fix soup, I’d love to hear about it. Stay safe and stock up. May God bless this world, Linda
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