Classic Homemade Chicken Broth Soup
Warm, inviting, and deeply nourishing, this Classic Homemade Chicken Broth Soup is the ultimate comfort food that’s both hearty and wholesome. Made from scratch with a whole chicken, fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and seasoned with garlic, parsley, bay leaves, and peppercorns, this soup boasts a rich, aromatic broth that serves as the perfect base. Simmered to perfection over two hours, it’s packed with tender shredded chicken and can be customized with noodles for an extra touch of comfort. Ideal for cozy family dinners or as a soothing remedy during chilly days, this homemade chicken soup is a timeless recipe that delivers warmth in every spoonful. Perfectly balanced in flavor and easy to customize, this soup is destined to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 1 3-4 lbs whole chicken
- 16 cups water
- 3 large carrots
- 3 celery stalks
- 1 large onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 bunch fresh parsley
- 2 bay leaves
- 10 black peppercorns
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 8 oz noodles (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Place the whole chicken in a large stockpot. Add 16 cups of water to cover the chicken completely.
Step 2
Peel and roughly chop the carrots and onion. Cut the celery stalks into large pieces. Add them to the pot along with peeled and smashed garlic cloves.
Step 3
Add fresh parsley, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt to the pot.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 90 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Step 5
Carefully remove the chicken from the pot, and allow it to cool enough to handle. When cool, remove the meat from the bones, and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Discard the bones and skin.
Step 6
Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another large pot to remove vegetables and spices. Discard solids, reserving the broth.
Step 7
Optional: Return the broth to the stove and add noodles if desired. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Step 8
Add the shredded chicken back to the broth and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Step 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy your homemade comforting chicken broth soup.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (6071.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 807.3 |
| Total Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 102.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5252.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 124.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.6g | |
| Protein 46.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 645.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2608.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories