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Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

This comforting chicken vegetable soup is made by sautéing aromatic vegetables, then simmering shredded cooked chicken with carrots, celery, herbs, and broth until tender. The result is a warm, clear, and hearty bowl filled with colorful vegetables and flavorful shredded chicken, perfect for cozy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homestyle
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken preferably from roasted or boiled chicken
  • 3 large carrots thickly sliced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped into pieces
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Sharp chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Chop the carrots into thick slices, dice the onion, and chop the celery into small pieces. Set aside.
  2. Heat the large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, add the diced onions and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced carrots and chopped celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften and release their aroma, about 8 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine the flavors.
  5. Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot. Stir well and let the soup simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Use leftover or store-bought cooked chicken for quick preparation. Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or potatoes for variation.