Description
This Chicken Soup Recipe is a timeless classic, featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs in a soothing broth. It's an easy, nutritious meal that’s perfect for chilly days and simple to make with basic ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup egg noodles or rice, chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the carrots, celery, chicken broth, bay leaf, thyme, and parsley.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If adding noodles or rice, cook separately and add in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Remove the bay leaf and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use homemade chicken broth for extra flavor.
- You can add other vegetables like potatoes or peas if desired.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg