Best 10 Simple Chicken Soup Recipes

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Chicken soup, a comforting and nourishing dish that has been enjoyed for centuries, is a staple in many cultures around the world. With its simple yet flavorful broth, tender chicken, and aromatic vegetables, chicken soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that can help boost the immune system and promote overall well-being. This article offers a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for homemade chicken soup, each with a unique twist to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. From the classic chicken noodle soup to a spicy Mexican-inspired chicken tortilla soup, and a hearty Italian chicken and rice soup, these recipes provide a variety of options for creating a delicious and comforting bowl of soup. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a nourishing dish to help you recover from an illness, these chicken soup recipes have something for everyone.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE CHICKEN AND WHITE BEAN SOUP



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A simple chicken and bean soup with a little kick. This soup is great on a cold evening after a busy day. This recipe was shared with me by a friend I truly miss.

Provided by MaxMama

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans
20 ounces chicken broth
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles (such as Old El Paso®)
12 sprigs cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove onion and garlic to a small bowl.
  • Stir chicken into any remaining oil in the pot; cook and stir until completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Return onion mixture to the pot; add beans, broth, chiles, cilantro, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the beans are very tender and the chicken cooked through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1495.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

SIMPLE CHICKEN SOUP



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I revised a recipe that my family loved so it would be lighter and easier to make. It's a hearty and healthy meal served with a green salad and fresh bread. - Sue West, Alvord, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth and onion to a boil. Reduce heat. Add the vegetables; cover and cook for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in chicken and soup; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 820mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SIMPLE CHICKEN FLORENTINE SOUP



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Simple, quick, and delicious!

Provided by Tricia Vaccaro-Coburn

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

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast
½ onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (.18 ounce) packet sazon seasoning (such as Goya®)
2 teaspoons dried parsley
½ teaspoon celery seeds
1 pinch salt
1 bay leaf
1 cup quartered grape tomatoes
1 (32 ounce) package fat-free chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
½ cup parboiled brown rice
3 peppercorns
2 cups chopped spinach

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook whole chicken breast until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Reduce heat to low; add onion, garlic, sazon seasoning, parsley, celery seeds, salt, and bay leaf. Cook and stir until onion is soft and fragrant, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir grape tomatoes into the pot; cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth. Increase heat to high. Return chicken breast to the pot; add cannellini beans, chickpeas, brown rice, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until flavors combine, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat; stir in spinach until wilted. Transfer chicken to a plate; shred using 2 forks. Stir shredded chicken back into the soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 702.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

SIMPLE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This recipe yields a rich broth and vegetables for soup, plus cooked chicken to use in other recipes. Use the white meat for our Asian Chicken Salad with Bok Choy and the dark meat for our Tortilla Pie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds), giblets and liver discarded
1 pound carrots, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 pound parsnips, sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 medium onions, cut into thin wedges
4 teaspoons coarse salt
Cooked wide egg noodles, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine chicken, carrots, parsnips, and onions. Add water to just cover. Stir in salt. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, and cook, partially covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 35 minutes (skim off foam). Transfer chicken to a plate to cool; refrigerate (see note, below). To serve soup, add noodles to broth, and season with salt, if desired.

SIMPLE CROCK POT CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Make and share this Simple Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by soulofcicero

Categories     Chicken

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 bowls, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 onions
4 carrots
4 celery ribs
1 whole chicken, cut up
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3 tablespoons basil
1 cup white wine
4 cups canned chicken broth
1 package rotini noodles

Steps:

  • Cut up onion, carrots and celery and place in bottom of crock pot.
  • Put cut-up chicken on top.
  • Pour white wine and chicken broth over all.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic and basil.
  • Cook 8 hours on low.
  • Remove chicken and cool.
  • Debone chicken and cut up into bite size pieces.
  • Cook rotini according to package directions.
  • Add chicken and noodles to crock pot.
  • Stir.

SUPER SIMPLE AND SPEEDY CHICKEN SOUP



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Need chicken soup fast and don't have time to cook that bird for hours? This has happened to us plenty of times, when someone has come home in the mood for chicken soup.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 cup frozen peas
2 scallions, sliced
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over high heat, bring the broth to a boil.
  • Add the chicken, carrots, peas and scallions.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper, if desired (there should be enough flavor in the broth).
  • Serve, or freeze for later.

SUPER SIMPLE CHICKEN SOUP



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Just what it says... really simple and quick. I change amounts as I add them to the pot if I think I need a little more of anything. This is a very forgiving recipe and a great base for additions.

Provided by Trixie 2008

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup carrot, chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
1/2 cup shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can chunk chicken (this is in the tuna section of my store, I buy the all natural one, ingred. should be chicken, water)
6 cups hot water
8 teaspoons chicken base
1/2 cup cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Place first 5 ingredients in a soup pot and saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken, stir.
  • Combine hot water and base then add to your pot.
  • Cook (medium boil) for 15 minutes or until carrots are done enough for you.
  • Combine cold water and corn starch then add to your pot while stirring.
  • Your soup will thicken and be ready to serve.
  • *You can add more cornstarch mixture if you would like it thicker. I like mine somewhere between a soup and a stew consistency.*.

SIMPLE CHICKEN STEW/SOUP



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A wonderful meal for a cold night. (I hate cooked carrots. Cooking them this way makes them fall apart & become part of the broth. You still get the nutrients without actually biting into them.)

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 skinless chicken pieces (2 leg quarters & 1 breast)
3 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 medium garlic cloves, cut in half
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 carrots, bite size
1/2 medium onion, chopped
3 -4 medium potatoes, peeled & cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Sprinkle a small amount of salt, pepper, cumin, & paprika on the chicken. (About 1/2 teaspoon of each spice for all 3 pieces of chicken).
  • Pour 1 1/2 cups of water into the pressure cooker. Add the olive oil, tomato paste, garlic, & the rest of the spices into the pot. (Don't forget 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, cumin, & paprika).
  • Note: If you are using a regular pot instead of a pressure cooker the cook times are tripled & you may need more water.
  • Place the chicken into the cooker & add the onions & carrot. Cook for 10 minutes, after it begins to hiss. (Regular pot, roughly 30 minutes).
  • Remove chicken & place on a plate. Put the potatoes & 1 1/2 cups of water into the pot & cook for 4 more minutes, after it begins to hiss. (Regular pot, 12-15 minutes).
  • While the potatoes are cooking break the chicken into small pieces (disregard the bones).
  • Once the potatoes are done add the chicken back into the pan & stir. Pour into a serving dish & serve with warm bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 681.1, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 4.3

AMAZINGLY SIMPLE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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So simple, so tasty, so soothing!!! A classic chicken noodle recipe. All it takes is some chicken broth or chicken soup base, chicken and some veggies. A bay leaf gives it the extra yummy factor. Why would you ever buy canned soup with such an easy tasty recipe like this! I read this recipe in a chicken cook book but changed a few things to suit my prefrences.

Provided by kearl

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups carrots, thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
5 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
salt & pepper
2 cups egg noodles
1 cup cooked chicken, cut up
3/4 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in melted butter 4 min.
  • Stir in onion, broth and bay leaf.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer 5 min until carrots are almost tender.
  • Return to a boil.
  • Add noodles, chicken, peas and simmer until noodles are tender.
  • Enjoy.

SIMPLE CHICKEN POTATO SOUP.....



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This is a very easy recipe to make and great on a cold winter's night.One of my favorite's

Provided by Cheryl Pridy

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 c saute chicken
1/2 medium onion-chopped
2 Tbsp butter or margarine
3 to 5 large russet potatoes-cubed or red potatoes cubed.
6 1/4 c water
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 can(s) (12 ounce) can evaporate milk
1 can(s) whole kernel corn

Steps:

  • 1. Saute Chicken... In a 4-quart soup pan. Saute onion and butter until onion becomes transparent. Add potatoes,water,salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Gently boil potatoes for 15 minutes, or until tender. Reduce to low heat. Stir in Chicken, corn and milk. Cook on low for an additional 5/10 minutes. Garnish with Cheddar Cheese.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup more flavor and nutrients. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, potatoes, and turnips.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. This is a great way to customize your soup to your own taste. Some popular options include thyme, rosemary, sage, oregano, and black pepper.
  • Cook the soup on low heat for a long time. This will help the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender. Aim for at least 1 hour, but you can cook it for longer if you have the time.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender, but not mushy. Aim for a cooking time of about 15 minutes.
  • Season the soup to taste. This means adding salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices until it tastes just the way you like it.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs or vegetables. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your soup.

Conclusion:

Chicken soup is a delicious and nutritious meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a pot of chicken soup that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a comforting and healthy meal, give chicken soup a try.

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