HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP RECIPE
If there's one dish that embodies the essence of comfort food, it's undoubtedly homemade chicken noodle soup. There's something about the rich, savory broth, tender chunks of chicken, and slurpy noodles that warms our souls and soothes our bodies. Today, we're excited to share our tried and true noodle soup from scratch recipe that will make your taste buds dance with joy. So, grab a cozy blanket and settle in for a lovely read. And feel free to jump to the recipe if you're already drooling - we don't judge here.
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HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP RECIPE
Get ready to cuddle up with a big bowl of wholesome deliciousness – my healthy chicken soup recipe! It's packed with veggies, some cleverly hidden, and others that your little ones will love.
Chicken Soup Ingredients:
2 cups water
1 tbsp chicken consomme
1 celery stick
2 small potatoes
1 small tomato
1/4 onion
Handful cilantro
1 yellow squash
1 carrot
1 mini sweet pepper
2 garlic cloves
4 chicken legs
Chicken Soup Directions
Alright, let's get cooking! Heat up a generous pot over medium-high heat, and toss in some onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté those lovelies until they're nice and tender, releasing all their glorious aromas. Oh, can you already feel the cozy vibes? Now, turn down the heat a smidge and sprinkle in some salt and pepper to taste – go ahead, don't be shy with those seasonings! For the chicken, you have options galore, my friend. Use some leftover chicken from last night's dinner or start from scratch with raw chicken – the choice is yours!
If you have a craving for that irresistible rotisserie chicken, go ahead and pull it apart into delightful shreds. Now, add it to the pot along with some chicken broth (consomme), and for an extra kick of spice, fresh parsley, fresh thyme, and a majestic bay leaf. Let it all simmer away, melding those flavors together in the most tantalizing dance. If you’re a lover of noodles and you just can’t have a chicken noodle soup without them, consider adding egg noodles – a staple in some really good chicken soups. Cook them up according to the package instructions and then gently stir them into your bubbling pot of goodness. Give it all a good mix, and voila! You've done it – a heartwarming bowl of chicken soup that's sure to make your taste buds dance with joy.
Quick Directions:
Using a medium saucepan, add water, chicken consommé, onion, celery, sweet pepper, tomato, carrots, and chicken legs. Cook on high until boiling.
Once boiling, add garlic. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes
Add potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes
Add yellow squash and bunched cilantro. Cook for 20 minutes.
Remove cilantro. Stir.
Serve and enjoy
Tip: When serving to your child, remove meat from the bone and cut it into bite-size portions. Add as many veggies as you'd like. I like to remove the meat from all of the legs at once so that when I give Nicky leftovers, I just have to heat up. No more work!
Nutrients in Chicken Soup
Protein: Chicken soup is typically made with chicken, which is a great source of protein.
Vitamins: Homemade chicken soup is often made with vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and onions, which provide vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin K.
Minerals: Chicken soup can be a good source of minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium.
Electrolytes: Homemade chicken soup can contain electrolytes like sodium and potassium, which can be helpful when replenishing fluids lost through sweat or illness.
Also, this recipe lasts us about four meals (one chicken leg per serving). If cooking for the whole family, multiply quantities proportionally to the number of people (and/or stomach sizes!)
Get ready to bowl your taste buds over with this chicken soup recipe!
Well, we've made it to the end of our homemade chicken soup journey! Take a deep breath and savor the aromas that have been wafting through your kitchen all day. As you turn the heat down and let your creation simmer to perfection, know that you've accomplished something truly delicious. The star of the show, of course, is the tender and flavorful shredded chicken that adds that extra oomph to every spoonful. Whether you're soothing a sniffly nose or simply seeking comfort on a chilly day, this homemade chicken soup is the ultimate heartwarming dish. So grab a bowl, cozy up, and let the nourishing magic begin. Cheers to homemade goodness and the memories shared around a steaming pot of wonder!