Description

Chicken Soup is a classic comfort food that offers warmth and nourishment with every spoonful. Made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and fragrant herbs simmered to perfection, this hearty soup is perfect for chilly days or when you need a cozy, nourishing meal. Easy to customize and great for leftovers, it embodies a comforting bowl of home-cooked goodness.

Ingredients

Scale

Proteins

1.5 to 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or breasts

Vegetables

2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
2–3 cloves garlic, minced

Herbs and Seasonings

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Liquids

6 cups chicken broth

Optional

1 cup egg noodles or cooked rice

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces and pat the chicken dry to ensure even cooking and enhanced flavor from the start.
Sauté the Aromatics: Heat some oil in a large pot and sauté the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until soft and fragrant to build a flavorful base for the soup.
Add Chicken and Broth: Place the chicken pieces into the pot, pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Finish with Herbs and Noodles: Add fresh parsley and thyme along with your choice of egg noodles or rice. Cook until the noodles or rice are tender, then season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Serve Warm and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish if desired, and savor the warm, comforting flavors of homemade chicken soup.

Notes

Use bone-in chicken for a richer and more nutrient-dense broth.
Simmer slowly to allow the flavors to meld deeply and fully develop.
Skim off excess foam or fat from the top during cooking for a clearer broth.
Add fresh herbs at the end of cooking to preserve their aroma and flavor.
Season the soup gradually, tasting as you go to achieve balanced flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Soup
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 75mg