Best Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe
Experience the ultimate comfort in a bowl with this Best Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe. Packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this hearty soup warms your soul and nourishes your body. Perfect for chilly days or when you need a little extra love, each spoonful brings back memories of home-cooked meals. Get ready to savor the rich flavors that make this dish a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing and chopping all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and let cool before shredding.
- Add diced onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the same pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot along with the chicken broth, thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Remove bay leaves and serve hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg