Description
A simple and comforting homemade classic chicken soup featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful broth. This warm and soothing soup is ideal for cozy days, quick meals, or to help soothe a cold.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Broth & Chicken
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Cook them for 5 to 7 minutes or until they become softened and fragrant.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute to enhance the flavor without burning it.
- Add broth and boil: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Simmer vegetables: Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for 10 minutes to further soften the vegetables and develop the soup base.
- Add chicken and thyme: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and dried thyme, then simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through and infuse flavor.
- Season soup: Season with salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve the soup warm for maximum comfort.
Notes
- For a heartier meal, add egg noodles during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
