Best 5 Oh So Good Chicken Soup Recipes

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In the realm of culinary comfort, few dishes reign supreme like a steaming bowl of chicken soup. Soothing, nourishing, and evocative of home, this culinary masterpiece transcends cultures and generations, embodying the essence of warmth and well-being.

Our comprehensive guide takes you on a delightful journey into the world of chicken soup, presenting a carefully curated collection of recipes that cater to every palate. From the classic Jewish penicillin to the hearty Italian stracciatella, our selection offers a symphony of flavors and textures.

For those seeking a taste of tradition, our classic chicken noodle soup recipe embodies the essence of simplicity and comfort. With its tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful broth, this timeless dish is sure to warm your soul and transport you to a simpler time.

Craving something with a Mediterranean flair? Look no further than our delightful Greek chicken soup, avgolemono. This flavorful broth, brimming with tender chicken, rice, and vibrant vegetables, is elegantly bound together with a velvety egg-lemon sauce, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

If you're in the mood for a hearty and restorative soup, our Italian stracciatella is an absolute must-try. This rustic dish features a rich broth teeming with tender chicken, vegetables, and the delectable surprise of delicate egg ribbons, adding a touch of elegance to this comforting classic.

For those with a penchant for bold and spicy flavors, our Thai chicken coconut soup, tom kha gai, is a culinary adventure waiting to be savored. This fragrant soup bursts with the vibrant flavors of galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves, harmoniously blended with tender chicken, mushrooms, and the creamy richness of coconut milk, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

And for those with dietary restrictions or preferences, our gluten-free chicken and rice soup offers a delicious and wholesome alternative. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and an assortment of vegetables in a flavorful broth, ensuring a satisfying and nutritious meal that caters to those with gluten sensitivities.

With our diverse selection of chicken soup recipes, you're sure to find the perfect dish to warm your heart, soothe your soul, and tantalize your taste buds. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the goodness and versatility of this timeless classic.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

OH-SO-GOOD CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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A bowl of this chicken vegetable soup is just what you need if you're under the weather, it's cold outside, or just because! It's hearty, healthy, and simply oh-so-good.

Provided by Lisa from A Day in the Kitchen

Categories     Soup

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 skin-on bone-in chicken thighs
4 cups water
2 tbs olive oil
1/2 medium onion (diced)
2 carrots (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 L carton organic chicken broth
broccoli
cauliflower
zucchini
green beans

Steps:

  • In a 2-quart pot, combine fresh chicken thighs and 4 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and let cook for 30 minutes, skimming the broth every few minutes until most of the scum is gone.
  • Heat stockpot over medium heat. Add oil and cook onions, carrots, and garlic. Add 1 1/2 tsp salt and cook until tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally so garlic does not burn.
  • Add chicken and stock to the onions and carrots in the stockpot.
  • Add the 1L carton of organic chicken broth.
  • Bring entire mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for at least 1 - 1 1/2 hours. Cover with lid, leaving a small gap.
  • Remove chicken pieces from the soup. Add tender vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, etc.) to the soup.
  • Remove chicken meat from the bones, discarding the skin and cartilage. Shred the chicken meat and return to the soup.
  • Heat through until vegetables are tender.
  • Feel free to add 1/2-1 cup water if the soup has reduced too much after 3-4 hours of simmering.
  • Season to taste with salt and fresh ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 kcal, ServingSize 1 bowl

OH-SO-GOOD CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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A hearty and healthy soup loaded with flavor and comfort.

Provided by A Day In the Kitchen

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
6 bone-in chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 carrots, chopped
½ onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
1 head broccoli, trimmed and chopped
¼ head cauliflower, trimmed and chopped
1 zucchini, trimmed and chopped

Steps:

  • Place water and chicken thighs in a pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender, about 30 minutes. Occasionally skim off scum as it forms.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir carrots and onions until they begin to soften, 3 or 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and salt; cook for 1 minute.
  • Transfer chicken and cooking water to large pot. Add chicken broth. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover, leaving lid slightly ajar, and simmer at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer chicken to a work surface. Remove skin, bones, and cartilage. Shred chicken meat using 2 forks. Return chicken to pot. Add broccoli, cauliflower, and zucchini. Bring back to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat so soup gently simmers. Cook until vegetables are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1049 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

OH-SO-GOOD CHICKEN SOUP



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I came up with this soup one weekend when my wife and I were hungry for something better than the standard. The first attempt turned out fantastic, and now I've got the recipe down to 20 minutes. -Chris Dalton, Mundelein, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
4 green onions, chopped
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and green onions; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add asparagus, mushrooms and garlic; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and asparagus is crisp-tender. Sprinkle with pepper., Add chicken mixture to pasta mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, cool soup. Freeze soup and cheese separately in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw soup in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

OH SO GOOD FRENCH ONION SOUP



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
6 medium onions, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, picked and chopped or poultry seasoning
1 bay leaf, fresh or dried
1/2 cup dry sherry
6 cups beef stock
4 thick slices crusty bread, toasted
2 1/2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a deep pot over medium to medium high heat. Work next to the stove to slice onions. Add oil and butter to the pot. Add onions to the pot as you slice them. When all the onions are in the pot, season with salt and pepper and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme. Cook onions 15 to 18 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender, sweet and caramel colored. Add bay leaf and sherry to the pot and deglaze the pan drippings. Add 6 cups stock and cover pot to bring soup up to a quick boil.
  • Arrange 4 small, deep soup bowls or crocks on a cookie sheet. Preheat broiler to high. Once soup reaches a boil, ladle it into bowls. Float toasted crusty bread on soup and cover each bowl with a mound of cheese. Sprinkle remaining fresh thyme on cheese and place cookie sheet with soup bowls on it under hot broiler until cheese melts and bubbles.

OH SO GOOD CHICKEN



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If you like the ingredients in this dish,you will like the chicken! You can double this recipe as much as you want,just increase cook time. * Please Note* 1 chicken 1 1/2 hrs*

Provided by Chef 920429

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 chicken, cut into parts (you decided the size)
3/4 cup rose wine
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons salad oil
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 clove garlic, crushed (or more)
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Place chicken in greased casserole dish.
  • Mix all the ingredients and pour over chicken.
  • Bake covered 1 1/2 hours at 375* or until tender.
  • The last 20 to 25 minutes you can remove cover if you want the chicken to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.2, Fat 41.4, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 172.5, Sodium 1170.6, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.6, Protein 44.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will give your soup a more complex flavor. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, parsnips, and turnips.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you add too many vegetables, they won't cook evenly and the soup will be watery. Add them in batches if necessary.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, and consider adding other seasonings like garlic, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Let the soup simmer for a while: This will help the flavors to develop. Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some good options include croutons, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

This Oh-So-Good Chicken Soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at your table. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect pot of chicken soup every time. So next time you're feeling under the weather, or just want a comforting meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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