Easy Homemade Chicken Soup By ijaz Ansari
Make authentic homemade chicken soup at home with this easy recipe featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and healing herbs.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 whole rotisserie chicken (about 3 lbs), shredded
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch rounds
- 3 celery stalks, chopped into half-moons
- 2 medium yellow onions, finely diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth or bone broth
- 2 cups water
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup egg noodles or brown rice
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 green onions, sliced thin
Instructions
- 1
Warm the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom evenly.
- 2
Add the diced yellow onions, carrots, and celery to the hot oil and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent and the vegetables begin to soften.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more until the mixture becomes fragrant and the raw edge disappears from the garlic.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth and water, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
- 5
Add the bay leaves, thyme, oregano, and turmeric powder, then bring the liquid to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- 6
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the shredded chicken, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the broth.
- 7
Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
- 8
Stir in the egg noodles or brown rice and continue simmering for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender or the rice is cooked through.
- 9
Season generously with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, tasting as you go and adjusting to your preference.
- 10
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley, reserving some green onion slices for garnish.
- 11
Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with sliced green onions and an extra grind of black pepper.
- 12
Serve immediately while piping hot, with crusty whole grain bread on the side if desired.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| egg noodles | whole wheat pasta or brown rice | Whole grains provide more fiber and have a lower glycemic impact, supporting better blood sugar control |
| regular chicken broth | low-sodium bone broth | Bone broth contains collagen and gelatin that support gut health and reduce overall sodium content |
| rotisserie chicken | poached chicken breast from scratch | Home-poached chicken reduces sodium and eliminates added oils and seasonings found in store-bought varieties |
| dried oregano | fresh oregano leaves | Fresh herbs contain higher levels of antioxidants and provide superior anti-inflammatory compounds |
| regular carrots | purple or rainbow carrots | Colored carrots contain additional anthocyanins and phytonutrients that provide stronger anti-inflammatory effects |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 358 |
| Total Fat | 10g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 92mg |
| Sodium | 680mg |
| Carbohydrates | 32g |
| Fiber | 6g |
| Sugar | 4g |
| Protein | 41g |
Nutrition Comparison
| Classic | Metabolic Health | Healthier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 358 | 285 | 285 |
| Protein | 41g | 38g | 34g |
| Carbs | 32g | 18g | 22g |
| Fat | 10g | 8g | 8g |
| Fiber | 6g | 5g | 4.2g |
| Sugar | 4g | - | - |
| Health Scores | |||
| Gut Health | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Anti-Inflammatory | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Blood Sugar | 7/10 | 9/10 | 8.8/10 |
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