MOM'S SPECIAL CHICKEN SOUP

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Nothing is more comforting than this chicken soup. I am convinced a single bowl can soothe anything from the common cold to a stressful day. My mother made it often for our family when I was growing up. -Cookie Curci, San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)
3 quarts water
1 medium onion, quartered
4 celery ribs
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
2 parsley sprigs
1 garlic clove
2-1/2 teaspoons salt, optional
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place chicken and water in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add the onion, celery, bouillon, parsley sprigs, garlic and salt if desired. Cover and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 1 hour. , Remove chicken from broth; allow to cool. Strain broth, discarding vegetables and seasonings. Remove chicken from bones; cut into cubes; set aside. Discard bones. Add carrots to broth and simmer about 15 minutes or until tender. Add chicken and chopped parsley to broth; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

XD FOYSAL
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I've tried many chicken soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Rajnandan Das
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This soup is perfect for a cold day. It's so warming and comforting.


Connie O'Brien
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer.


dennis samples
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful soup. I'll definitely be making it again.


ahsan raaj
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Carlos Mcewen
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This soup is delicious! I especially love the addition of the lemon zest.


Aglago Priccy
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Yaseen Ullah
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I made this soup for my sick husband and he loved it! It really helped to soothe his sore throat.


G5pdt Gaming
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and the soup is flavorful.


Arpana Lama
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Egbe Don Benson
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This chicken soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.