Embrace comfort and warmth with a bowl of hearty chicken soup. This recipe is a soothing blend of tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for chilly days or whenever you crave a nourishing meal. Let’s dive into the recipe and experience the cozy flavors of homemade chicken soup.
Cooking Time:
30-40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup uncooked egg noodles or rice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Process:
- Prepare Ingredients: Start by chopping the vegetables and cubing the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and aromatic.
- Add Chicken and Herbs: Add the cubed chicken breasts to the pot and sprinkle with dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
- Simmer Soup: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Cook Noodles or Rice: If using noodles or rice, add them to the soup during the last 10 minutes of simmering, allowing them to cook until tender.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve Hot: Ladle the warm chicken soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Nutrition (per serving, approximately):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg