BASIC CHICKEN SOUP

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Everyone has their own favorite chicken soup recipe, but rarely have so few ingredients added up to so much comfort. This version has classic flavors and, thanks to a simplified method, cooks more quickly than traditional chicken soups (the dish is ready in a little over an hour). There's no need to make a separate stock; the vegetables and meat form their own satisfying broth.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds), cut into pieces (including back)
8 cups water
Coarse salt
3 medium onions, thinly sliced (4 cups)
2 celery stalks, sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick
4 garlic cloves, crushed
6 medium carrots, sliced 1/2 inch thick

Steps:

  • Bring chicken, water, and 1 tablespoon salt to a boil in a large stockpot. Skim foam. Add onions, celery, and garlic. Reduce heat. Simmer, partially covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Remove breast, and set aside. Add carrots. Simmer, partially covered, for 40 minutes.
  • Remove remaining chicken; discard back and wings. Let cool slightly. Remove meat from bones, and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Stir in desired amount of chicken; reserve the rest for another use. Skim fat. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 g, Cholesterol 117 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 718 g

Narayan Mandal
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This is my favorite soup recipe. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


Joshua Bature
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Sadik Sheikh
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This soup is amazing! I love the rich flavor and the tender chicken. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Nikkie Gavin
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


Pash
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This is my favorite soup recipe. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


Melinda Williams
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Md Mahmud Khokon
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This soup is amazing! I love the rich flavor and the tender chicken. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Asera Margret Patrick
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


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This is my favorite soup recipe. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


Kristin Childres
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Sami Ullah Orakzai Kohat
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This soup is amazing! I love the rich flavor and the tender chicken. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Celina
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


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This is my favorite soup recipe. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


Tanuja Subedi
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


MR. MHT
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of flavors. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Khan Khan khan
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with simple, healthy ingredients.


KAWEESI BRYAN
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This is my go-to soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Dilum Liyanage
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always add a little extra garlic and ginger to give it a bit of a kick.


Joelle Giles
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.