Description
Homemade Chicken Soup warms the soul with tender shredded chicken, silky broth, carrots, celery, onion, and potatoes simmered with thyme and parsley. This cozy, weeknight-friendly bowl delivers comforting flavor, wholesome vegetables, and a satisfying finish. Naturally gluten-free when using GF broth, it’s quick to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for chilly days or cozy leftovers. Elevate with lemon brightness and fresh herbs for extra zing and aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 chicken breasts, poached and shredded
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup diced potatoes or parsnips (optional)
- Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
- Fresh parsley for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, then add shredded poached chicken, thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, bay leaf, and potatoes if using.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning.
- Stir in a splash of lemon juice for brightness if desired.
- Serve warm with fresh parsley on top.
Notes
- Tip: Use homemade or low-sodium broth to control sodium.
- Make-ahead: Cool and store up to 3–4 days in the fridge; freezes well.
- Variations: Add noodles or rice for extra heartiness if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Homemade Chicken Soup, chicken soup, comforting soup, cozy dinner, weeknight meal, hearty vegetables, thyme parsley, lemon brightness, gluten-free soup, family-friendly, easy chicken soup