Boil about 3 cups of water in a sauce pot and season with salt until water tastes like the ocean.
While water is coming to a boil, cut vegetables, chicken, and measure elbow macaroni.
Once water is boiling, add elbow macaroni and boil for 6 minutes (set a timer).
Strain the elbows once cooked and discard the water, reserve noodles.
In a separate sauce pot, heat 1 tablespoon canola oil and sweat (cook without color) the carrots and celery. Add two cans of chicken broth once the vegetables are tender and bring the soup to a quick boil, reduce heat to a simmer.
Once simmering add elbow macaroni and diced chicken. Simmer for about 5-10 minutes or until the macaroni is tender. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.