Description
A warm, comforting chicken soup filled with tender potatoes, vegetables, and herbs. Perfect for cozy nights or healing days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds chicken (bone-in or boneless)
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place your soup pot over medium heat and let it warm for a minute before adding olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Push the veggies to the side and place chicken pieces in the center. Sear lightly on each side for flavor.
- Assemble the Dish: Add potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir everything gently to combine.
- Cook to Perfection: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 to 35 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Finishing Touches: Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot. Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle hot soup into bowls and enjoy every cozy bite with some crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken for a richer broth.
- Mash a few potatoes into the soup for a creamier texture.
- Add a splash of lemon juice at the end for brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken soup, potato soup, comfort food, easy dinner, cozy meal