Here’s a simple chicken soup recipe:
Ingredients:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
4 cups chicken broth
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in a little bit of oil until tender.
2. Add the chicken and cook until browned.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
5. Remove the chicken and let it cool, then shred or chop it and return it to the pot.
6. Let the soup simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!
You can also add other vegetables like potatoes, zucchini, or spinach to make the soup more nutritious and flavorful. Additionally, you can use noodles or rice to make the soup more filling.
Here are some variations:
Creamy Chicken Soup: Add 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half towards the end of cooking time.
Spicy Chicken Soup: Add 1-2 teaspoons hot sauce, such as Frank’s Red Hot, towards the end of cooking time.
Lemon Chicken Soup: Add 1-2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice towards the end of cooking time.
I hope you enjoy this recipe! Let me know if you have any questions or if you’d like any variations or substitutions.
