Description
A comforting and nourishing chicken soup perfect for cold nights and soothing sore throats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lbs)
- 8 cups of water
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the whole chicken and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low and skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
- Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat and discard the bones and skin.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Classic Homemade Chicken Soup, Chicken Soup for Cold, Sore Throat Soup