Chicken Noodle Soup

1. Heat oil in a large pot, over low-medium heat⁣

2. Add the onion, carrots and celery. Cook, stirring for 4-5 mins⁣

3. Add the garlic, ginger, thyme, parsley and bay leaves. Cook, stirring for 1 min⁣

4. Add the chicken stock to the pot, increase to high heat and bring to the boil⁣

5. Add the whole chicken to the pot and bring back to boil⁣

6. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 mins or until the chicken is cooked and starting to come away from the bone⁣

7. Remove the chicken from the pot and put onto a plate. Let cool for a few minutes⁣

8. Add the pasta or noodles to the pot and cook until al dente⁣

9. Remove pot from heat. Shred the chicken meat, discarding the skin and carcass⁣

10. Add the chicken back into the pot. Stir to combine⁣

11. Remove bay leaves, thyme stalks and ginger pieces⁣

12. Season to taste, serve and enjoy!