Warm Up with This Healing Bone Broth Chicken Soup Recipe
This nourishing Bone Broth Chicken Soup is a warming recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a wholesome meal, perfect for cold nights.
Equipment
- Large pot
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 whole chicken about 2 lbs
- 2 quarts water filtered is best
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 carrots chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 bay leaves remove before serving
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
For Garnish
- fresh herbs (thyme, parsley) optional
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Begin by placing your whole chicken in a large pot, covering it with water.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, minced garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt.
- Bring the pot to a gentle boil over high heat, then reduce to low and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Skim off any foam that surfaces during simmering.
- Remove the chicken after simmering, let it cool, and strain the broth.
- Shred the cooled chicken, discarding skin and bones.
- Return the shredded chicken to the strained broth and warm through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Use a high-quality chicken for the best flavor and nutrients. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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