Recipe Card of Homemade Chicken Soup
Hearty and warming, this homemade chicken soup combines the soulful flavors of a whole chicken simmered with fresh carrots, celery, and onion, creating a nourishing meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients list
- 1 (3 pound) whole chicken
- 4 carrots halved
- 4 stalks celery halved
- 1 large onion halved
- water to cover
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
Step-by-Step Instructions
- First, gather all your fresh ingredients: the whole chicken, vibrant carrots, crisp celery, and a large onion, ready for the pot.
- Add the chicken, carrots, celery, and onion to a large soup pot. Pour in enough cold water to cover everything. Bring it to a charming boil over medium heat, then let it simmer uncovered on a gentle low until the chicken is tender and meat easily falls off the bone, about 90 minutes. As it simmers, skim off the foam occasionally.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot, allowing it to cool until it's easy to handle. Break it down—chop the meat into generous pieces, discarding the bones and skin.
- Strain the cooked vegetables from the broth, ensuring the stock stays clear and vibrant. Refresh the pot with this stock, cleaning as needed. Chop the vegetables finely, adding them back into the pot alongside the chopped chicken.
- Heat your majestic soup until just warmed through. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of chicken bouillon granules to draw out the flavors most harmoniously.
- Ladle it into bowls with love and share the soul-warming goodness. Relish each nourishing spoonful!
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Notes
To add another layer of flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or parsley as the soup simmers. For a heartier meal, toss in some cooked noodles or rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 13gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 68mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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