Homemade Chicken Soup
A warm and nourishing homemade chicken soup filled with tender chicken and fresh vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces poached chicken breasts, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
- 4 cups chicken broth Homemade broth enhances flavor.
- 2 pieces carrots, diced
- 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
- 1 piece onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut Feel free to substitute with other vegetables.
- 1 tsp dried thyme Fresh thyme can be used as a substitute.
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
- for garnish Fresh parsley Add just before serving.
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat a little oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onions, carrots, and celery until they soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the green beans, shredded chicken, thyme, rosemary, and season with salt and pepper.
- Lower the heat and allow it to simmer gently for 20 minutes.
- Before serving, sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
Notes
This soup is versatile; you can add noodles or substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option. Perfect with crusty bread or a side salad.