Gather all your ingredients to make the cooking process smoother.
Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 5 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add chicken broth, water, chicken, carrots, and celery. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.