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Chicken Soup Base Recipe

A simple and hearty chicken soup base recipe.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole Chicken cut into pieces
  • 2 large Carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks Celery sliced
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 2 pcs Bay Leaves

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, add the chicken pieces and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes.
  2. 2. Remove the chicken pieces and set aside. Skim off any foam from the top of the broth.
  3. 3. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the pot. Cook for 10 minutes.
  4. 4. Add the chicken broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for another 15 minutes.
  5. 5. Shred the chicken and add it back to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5000IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken Soup
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