Homemade Chicken Soup
A comforting bowl of Homemade Chicken Soup made with tender poached chicken, crisp carrots, and fresh herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings and seasonal sniffles.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces poached chicken breasts Use homemade or leftover chicken.
- 4 cups chicken broth Homemade or low-sodium preferred.
- 2 pieces carrots, diced
- 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
- 1 piece onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped Can substitute with peas or diced zucchini.
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme Use dried thyme if fresh is unavailable.
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley Use dried parsley if fresh is unavailable.
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a little olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
- Add diced carrots, celery, and chopped green beans. Cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften but still retain some bite.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the poached chicken breasts along with fresh thyme and parsley. Shred if hot.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until flavors meld and vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
- Serve hot in warmed bowls with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
For variations, replace chicken with firm tofu for a vegetarian option, or add heavy cream for a creamy soup. Freeze leftovers for convenience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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