"If you've got a hankering for chicken noodle soup and homemade isn't an option, you'll find plenty of options at the grocery store. In fact, the number of chicken noodle soup varieties is staggering, and almost overwhelming. It seems every company has a hand in the pot, from time-honored brands of yesteryear to companies better known for other foodstuffs (think San Marzano tomatoes and Mexican taco kits)."
"Now, it can be tempting to stick with brands you know when it comes to soup. It's easier to buy the same chicken noodle product you've been eating since you were a kid, after all. But whether you find your favorite soup particularly delicious or are afraid of the unknown, you could be missing out, as there are some delectable options only a spoonful away."
"Since I've eaten my fair share of chicken noodle soup in over 25 years as a food writer, I decided to try - then rank - 15 popular options available at the store. I judged each soup based on flavor, quality of the ingredients, and overall consistency. I also aimed to answer certain questions, like was a product akin to homemade chicken noodle soup, or was it crammed with meat, noodles, and vegetables?"
A wide variety of store-bought chicken noodle soups exists, with many brands competing to meet high consumer demand. Familiar brand loyalty can limit discovery of superior options. Fifteen popular soups were tasted and ranked according to flavor, ingredient quality, and overall consistency. Evaluation criteria included resemblance to homemade chicken noodle soup and the balance of meat, noodles, and vegetables. The range of results included both delectable contenders and disappointing offerings with poor ingredient quality and appearance. The ranking highlights winners and losers among commonly available retail chicken noodle soups.
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