Healing Classic Homestyle Chicken Broth Soup Recipe in 3 Simple Steps
A nourishing Classic Homestyle Chicken Broth Soup packed with flavor and health benefits. Perfect for colds, weight loss, or a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs), cut into pieces
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Place chicken pieces in a large pot. Add water and bring to a boil.
- Skim off any foam from the surface.
- Add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and bay leaves.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove chicken, shred the meat, and return to the pot.
- Discard bay leaves. Stir in parsley before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze for longer storage.
- Add noodles or rice for extra heartiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg