Description
Warm up with a bowl of Rustic Chicken Soup, the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines tender, shredded chicken with a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a flavorful dish that nourishes both body and soul. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this easy recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. With its simple preparation steps and versatile ingredients, you can customize it to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy a satisfying bowl of warmth that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, thyme, and rosemary; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken breasts along with the chicken broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks before returning it to the soup.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and simmer for another 10-15 minutes until tender. Add spinach or kale and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg