Chicken Soup
The Chicken Soup is a warm, nourishing bowl of homemade chicken soup with vibrant veggies and zesty lemon. This Comforting Soup Recipe is perfect for comfort or wellness.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken about 3–4 lbs/1.4–1.8 kg
- 10 cups 2.4 liters water
- 3 large carrots sliced
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1- inch piece fresh ginger peeled and sliced (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper adjust to taste
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
Build the Broth
- I place 1 whole chicken in a large stock pot and cover with 10 cups water. I bring it to a boil, skimming foam to ensure a clear, golden broth for this homemade chicken soup.
Add Vegetables and Herbs
- I add 3 sliced carrots, 3 chopped celery stalks, 1 chopped onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1-inch sliced ginger (if using). I toss in 1 bay leaf and 1 tsp thyme for a fragrant Comforting Soup Recipe.
Season and Simmer
- I season with 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp black pepper, partially cover, and simmer on low for 1.5–2 hours until the chicken is tender, drawing out rich flavors for this hearty broth bowl.
Shred the Chicken
- I remove the chicken, let it cool slightly, and shred the meat, discarding bones and skin. I return the shredded chicken to the pot for a hearty The Chicken Soup Cure.
Finish with Brightness
- I stir in ¼ cup chopped parsley and juice of ½ lemon, adjusting salt and pepper to taste. This final touch makes this homemade chicken soup vibrant and flavorful.