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Chicken Soup

Comforting Chicken Soup for a Nourishing Boost

A nourishing chicken soup that provides warmth and comfort, perfect for chilly days and busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness and flavor
  • 2 medium Carrots Peeled and sliced
  • 2 medium Parsnips Peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks Celery Ribs Sliced
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Leek Halved, sliced, and rinsed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Chicken and Herbs
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can replace fresh if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Tarragon Reduce quantity if using dried
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on broth's sodium
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred
For the Broth
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add carrots, parsnips, celery, leek, and onion. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, salt, and pepper, and sauté for another minute.
  2. Add the chicken breasts, thyme, tarragon, bay leaf, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred it into bite-sized pieces, then return it to the pot. Simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove thyme, tarragon, and bay leaf. Stir in parsley, ladle into bowls, and garnish with extra parsley and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is gluten-free and can be customized with your favorite vegetables. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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