CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

Just thought with everybody sick these days.... I'd make my favorite Chicken Noodle Soup. A nice bowl of soup is always welcoming in this fall season. :)) ENJOY!!! :))

2 qts. chicken broth (homemade or store bought) (8 cups)
1 whole boneless skinless chicken breast
1 large onion, diced
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
3 ribs of celery, cleaned and sliced
1/2 pkg. dried medium noodles
parsley, opt
Salt and pepper

Place a large pot over medium high heat, add the broth. Bring to a boil and turn down to simmer. Add the chicken and simmer covered for 15 minutes, do not boil. Remove the cooked chicken to a plate and set it aside to cool.
When cool, dice into bite sized pieces.
Return the broth to simmer and add the vegetables and cook them until they are fork tender.
Season with salt and pepper.
If additional liquid is needed, add water or broth. Add the chicken, dried noodles, and parsley if desired.
As soon as the noodles are tender, ladle into bowls and serve with fresh crispy saltine crackers.