Description
Cozy up with this healthy chicken soup, a comforting bowl of warmth perfect for chilly days. Infused with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also brings back nostalgic memories with every spoonful. Ideal for weeknight dinners or when you’re feeling under the weather, this soup is sure to nourish both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping all vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken breasts, carrots, and celery; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth to cover all ingredients and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add thyme and bay leaves; reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it using two forks, then return it to the pot. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot with fresh lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg