Description
Feel Better Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming your soul on a chilly day or providing a nourishing boost when you’re feeling under the weather. This hearty soup is packed with tender shredded chicken, vibrant fresh vegetables, and a savory broth that will envelop you in warmth and satisfaction. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll find this recipe easy to whip up whenever you need a comforting bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth; add shredded chicken, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Lower the heat and cover the pot. Let the soup gently simmer for 15-20 minutes to blend flavors.
- Remove from heat; stir in cilantro, green onions, and red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot in bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg