Description
A comforting and nutritious chicken vegetable soup, perfect for warming up on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (or bone-in for more flavor)
- 6 cups chicken broth (or bone broth for added richness)
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas or corn
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme (or other fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional for brightness)
- Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: If using bone-in chicken, simmer in a pot of water or broth for 20-30 minutes until cooked through, then shred.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Broth and Chicken: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, add shredded chicken and potatoes, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add Greens and Season: Add spinach or kale in the last 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs. Stir in lemon juice before serving, if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken soup, vegetable soup, comfort food, healthy meal, homemade soup