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Homemade Chicken Soup

A comforting bowl of homemade chicken soup, filled with vibrant vegetables and deep flavors, perfect for chilly evenings and the pickiest eaters.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces poached chicken breasts, shredded
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing them until they’re translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the diced carrots, celery, and potatoes into the pot. Cook for approximately 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in the shredded poached chicken, chopped green beans, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Allow the soup to simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the veggies are tender.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

The soup can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. It's flexible with vegetables and can be customized with spices or proteins as desired.