Chicken Lapsha

Name: Chicken Lapsha
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, skinned; 8 cups water; 2 bay leaves; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 medium carrot, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 8 oz egg noodles; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Chicken lapsha is a Ukrainian chicken noodle soup with carrot, celery, and onion, finished with fresh dill and parsley. It is the home remedy soup most Ukrainian families make when someone is sick.

75 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, skinned
8 cups water
2 bay leaves
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrot, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz egg noodles
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Place 2 lbs skinned bone-in chicken thighs, 8 cups water, and 2 bay leaves in a large pot. Bring to a boil, skim the foam, and simmer covered 35 minutes. The chicken must reach 165°F internal temperature.
2

Remove the chicken, shred the meat, and discard the bones and bay leaves. Return the meat to the pot.
3

Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 medium diced carrot, and 2 diced celery stalks and simmer 15 minutes.
4

Stir in 8 oz egg noodles and 2 cloves minced garlic and cook 6 minutes until the noodles are tender.
5

Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, then stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Chicken Lapsha?

As written, 75 minutes: 20 of prep and 55 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (35 minutes): "Bring to a boil, skim the foam, and simmer covered 35 minutes."

What internal temperature should Chicken Lapsha reach?

For Chicken Lapsha, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Chicken Lapsha?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Chicken Lapsha uses 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, skinned.

Can I make Chicken Lapsha gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Chicken Lapsha is 8 oz egg noodles. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Chicken Lapsha contain eggs?

Yes: 8 oz egg noodles. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I freeze Chicken Lapsha?

Yes. Refrigerate Chicken Lapsha for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it. The noodles will go on swelling in the broth; for the best texture on day two, store that part separately or cook it fresh.

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