Craving a bowl of comfort that’s quick to make, incredibly healthy, and bursting with flavor? Look no further! My Best Homemade Chicken Soup is exactly what you need. It’s the same recipe my grandma used to make, tweaked and perfected over the years to be ready in under an hour, packed with nourishing ingredients, and oh-so-delicious. Let me share the warmth with you!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My earliest memories are filled with the aroma of simmering chicken and vegetables. My grandmother, a woman who believed food was the ultimate healer, always had a pot of chicken soup bubbling on the stove. Whenever I felt under the weather or just needed a little love, a bowl of her magical broth would always make everything better. This Best Homemade Chicken Soup recipe is my attempt to capture that comforting magic and share it with you. It’s not just soup; it’s a warm hug in a bowl, filled with memories and a whole lot of love.
Ingredients
- Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Vegetables:
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Broth:
- 8 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- 4 cups water
- Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- Optional:
- 1 cup egg noodles, cooked
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. This ensures even cooking and makes it easier to eat.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Chicken and Broth: Add the chopped chicken to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides. Pour in the chicken broth and water.
- Season and Simmer: Stir in the thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Add Noodles (Optional): If using, add the cooked egg noodles to the pot during the last 5 minutes of simmering. Gently stir to combine.
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Recipe Name: Best Homemade Chicken Soup
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Description: A quick, healthy, and flavorful chicken soup that’s perfect for cozy nights or when you’re feeling under the weather. Recapture that heartwarming feeling of grandma’s homemade chicken soup.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Vegetables: 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Broth: 8 cups chicken broth, 4 cups water
- Seasoning: 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1 bay leaf
- Optional: 1 cup egg noodles, cooked
Instructions:
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté vegetables until softened, then add garlic.
- Add chicken and broth.
- Season and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Add noodles (optional) last 5 minutes.
Enjoy!
Best Homemade Chicken Soup
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Sauté vegetables until softened, then add garlic.2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 yellow onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Add chicken and broth.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 8 cups chicken broth, 4 cups water
- Season and simmer for at least 30 minutes.1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 bay leaf
- Add noodles (optional) last 5 minutes.1 cup egg noodles