Granny's Chicken Soup

Nothing warms the soul quite like a bowl of Granny’s Chicken Soup, a timeless classic filled with nourishing comfort and rich, homemade flavor. This hearty soup starts with a whole chicken simmered to perfection, creating a deeply savory broth infused with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs like thyme and parsley, and a touch of garlic. Perfectly customizable, you can opt to add tender egg noodles for an extra layer of texture or keep it simple and rustic. With minimal prep and just over an hour of simmering, this recipe delivers a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s perfect for cozy evenings, fighting off colds, or feeding a crowd. Serve it piping hot with a garnish of fresh parsley and enjoy the taste of tradition in every spoonful. Keywords: Granny’s Chicken Soup, homemade chicken soup recipe, comfort food, hearty soup, healthy chicken soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 3-4 lbs Whole chicken
• 12 cups Water
• 3 medium Carrots
• 3 Celery stalks
• 1 large Onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 Bay leaves
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 sprigs or 1 tsp dried Fresh thyme
• 2 tsp (or to taste) Salt
• 1 tsp (or to taste) Black pepper
• 2 cups Egg noodles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the whole chicken in a large stockpot and add 12 cups of water, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged.

Step 2

Peel and roughly chop the carrots, celery, and onion. Smash the garlic cloves with the side of a knife. Add the vegetables and garlic to the stockpot along with the bay leaves, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot, letting it simmer gently for about 1 hour or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 4

Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Allow it to cool slightly before shredding the meat off the bones. Discard the skin and bones.

Step 5

Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another large pot to remove the vegetables and aromatics. If desired, skim off any excess fat from the surface of the broth.

Step 6

If using egg noodles, bring the strained broth back to a gentle boil and add the noodles. Cook according to package instructions until tender.

Step 7

Add the shredded chicken back to the pot and heat through. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5197.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	961.7

Total Fat 20.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 218.1mg	0%
Sodium 5192.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 50.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 442.6mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 1977.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.0%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 60.6%