Best 7 Smoked Chicken Soup With Fennel And Spaetzle Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey where smoky flavors dance with aromatic fennel and tender spaetzle in a symphony of taste. Our smoked chicken soup is a heartwarming dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your soul. Dive into a world of rich chicken broth infused with the essence of smoked chicken, creating a depth of flavor that lingers on the palate. The addition of fennel, with its sweet and slightly licorice-like notes, brings a refreshing twist to the soup, balancing the smokiness and adding a touch of complexity. And to complete this culinary masterpiece, we introduce pillowy soft spaetzle, handmade dumplings that soak up the delicious broth like tiny sponges, adding a delightful chewy texture to every spoonful. Get ready to indulge in a comforting and flavorful experience as we explore the recipes for smoked chicken soup with fennel and spaetzle, along with variations and serving suggestions that will turn this dish into a family favorite.

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CHICKEN SOUP WITH DILL SPAETZLE



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This home-cooked soup takes less than an hour to pull together and will leave you feeling soothed and satisfied. Spaetzle and chicken fortify this vegetable-studded soup, making it a hearty, one-pot meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs
1/3 cup whole milk
1/4 cup packed fresh dill, chopped, and 1 large sprig, plus more sprigs for serving
1 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast (2 pounds), split
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper in a medium bowl. In another bowl, beat together eggs, milk, and chopped dill; gradually add to flour mixture, whisking with a fork until combined. Cover batter and store in refrigerator up to 1 day.
  • Bring chicken, broth, and dill sprig to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate with tongs.
  • Skim foam from broth with a large spoon. Stir in carrots and parsnips and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Shred chicken into bite-size pieces (discarding bones) and return to pot. Bring to a boil. Working in batches, push batter through the large holes of a colander into broth. Season soup with salt and pepper and serve, topped with more dill sprigs.

CHICKEN SOUP WITH SPAETZLE



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Here's a new and interesting twist to traditional chicken soup. Everyone who samples it can't resist the delicious soup paired with homemade spaetzle.-Elaine Lange, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h50m

Yield 10 servings (2 1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 broiler/fryer chicken (2 to 3 pounds), cut into pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
8 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup medium pearl barley
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
SPAETZLE:
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large kettle or Dutch oven, brown chicken pieces in oil. Add the broth, bay leaves, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil; skim foam. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and skin and cut chicken into bite size pieces. Cool broth and skim off fat., Return chicken to broth along with the carrots, celery, onion, garlic and barley. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35 minutes. Add mushrooms and simmer 8-10 minutes longer. Remove bay leaves. , In a small bowl, combine first three spaetzle ingredients. Stir in the egg, water and milk; blend well. Drop batter by 1/2 teaspoonfuls into simmering soup. Cook for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SPAETZLE AND CHICKEN SOUP



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This recipe is from my grandma and I have loved it ever since I was a child. I could eat it EVERY day. The homemade noodles are simple, and you can use frozen chicken breast if you don't have time to use a whole chicken.

Provided by CARLY819

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

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 medium yellow onions, quartered
1 bunch celery with leaves, cut into pieces
1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
5 eggs
½ cup water
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a stock pot, and add enough water to cover. Pour in the chicken broth, and add celery and onions. Season with salt, pepper and garlic salt. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 1 hour to get a good broth.
  • When the chicken is cooked through and tender, remove it to a platter and let sit until it is cool enough to handle. Strain broth, and discard celery and onions. Return the broth to the stock pot. Remove chicken meat from the bones, chop or tear into pieces, then return it to the pot also. Bring the broth to a boil, and add carrots.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the eggs, water and salt. Gradually add flour until the dough is firm enough to form a ball. You may need more or less flour. Pat the dough out on a flat plate. Using a butter knife, cut slices of dough off the edge of the plate so they are about 2 to 3 inches long. Allow them to fall directly into the boiling broth.
  • Once the carrots are tender, the soup is ready. Sprinkle with parsley flakes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 222.7 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 648 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

SMOKED CHICKEN SOUP WITH FENNEL AND SPAETZLE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield Eight servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart chicken stock or consomme
1 1/2 pounds smoked chicken, cut in 3/4-inch dice
1 1/2 cups leeks, cut in 1/2-inch dice
Prepared fennel (see recipe)
Salt and pepper to taste
3 1/2 to 4 cups cooked spaetzel (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Using a six-quart saucepan, combine the chicken stock, chicken and leeks. Simmer, covered, for five minutes, or until the leeks are tender.
  • Add the fennel and simmer two minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Just before serving, add the spaetzel. Bring to a simmer until heated through.

CHICKEN PAPRIKASH SOUP WITH SPAETZLE



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I cannot say enough about how heavenly this tastes! My grandmother gave me this recipe that she had taken from her local paper and made some adjustments to. I always use salted butter and leave out the additional salt. If you prefer a more spicy soup, you can substitute some of the regular paprika with hot paprika, just don't go overboard or the heat can become overwhelming. Perfect for a cooler day, this recipe is a great alternative to the standard chicken soup.

Provided by pheebess

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup butter
1 large onion, diced small
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4-1/3 cup paprika
2/3 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon thyme
7 cups chicken stock
1 cup chicken, cooked and diced (can use more)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup sour cream
1 (10 ounce) package spaetzle noodles, cooked according to package instructions (or use the following recipe for homemade spaetzle)
4 eggs
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon parsley, minced
1 cup flour, enough to make a very thick batter
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a 3 quart pot, melt the butter; add onion and garlic and cook on low heat until onions are soft and translucent.
  • Add the paprika, thyme, and flour and stir until the onions are coated, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Whisk in the stock and cook until soup thickens. Simmer on low for 30 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and spaetzle (recipe below) and salt and pepper.
  • Use a ladle to set aside a small amount of soup. Mix the sour cream with the small amount of reserved soup, and then add the whole mixture into the large pot of soup. This allows the temperature of the sour cream to adjust gradually. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • For the homemade spaetzle, if you are using: While the soup is cooking, put a large pot or pan of water on to boil.
  • Combine spaetzle ingredients until they are smooth.
  • Run the thick batter through a spaetzle maker or a colander. Drop into the boiling water, and remove the noodles when they float.
  • Add directly to the hot soup.

FARMHOUSE CHICKEN SOUP WITH SPAETZLE



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This is a hearty soup topped with spaetzle, which our family loves. It is great to have on a cold winter day, or if we are not too hungry we have the soup for dinner with some crusty bread on the side. Enjoy!

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Poultry

Time 2h35m

Yield 3 quarts, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 broiler (3 to 3 1/2 pounds) or 1 broiler-fryer chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds)
1 broiler (3 to 3 1/2 pounds) or 1 broiler-fryer chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds)
2 cups water
6 1/2 cups chicken broth (lo-sodium, if desired)
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup diced carrot
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 teaspoons salt (can use less, if desired)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, water and broth into a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Meanwhile, melt butter in a preheated skillet; add the onion, celery and carrots. Saute on medium heat for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another two minutes. Add the sauteed onion, celery, carrots and garlic to the boiling stock. Add salt, pepper, poultry seasoning and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is tender and broth is flavorful.
  • Remove chicken from broth; cool. Skim fat from broth. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and skin. Cut meat into bite-size pieces; return to broth. Cover and simmer while preparing spaetzle.
  • For spaetzle, combine the flour, salt, baking powder and nutmeg in a small bowl. Stir in the eggs, milk and parsley; blend well. With a rubber spatula, push batter through a large-hole grater or colander into the simmering soup. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until spaetzle float to the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.6, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 80.6, Sodium 1158.8, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 19.3

ITALIAN CHICKEN SOUP



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This satisfying soup gets its Italian flair from fennel, thyme, basil and orzo pasta. If you don't start with a low-sodium or sodium-free stock, you might want to decrease the amount of salt called for in the recipe. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 fennel bulb, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups hot water
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 tablespoons finely chopped fennel fronds

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute fennel bulb and onion in oil until fennel is tender. Add the next 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduced heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Stir in chicken and orzo. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until orzo is tender. Stir in fennel fronds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Using a good quality smoked chicken will impart the most flavor to your soup. If you can, try to find a chicken that has been smoked over a hardwood fire.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables in this soup. Some other good options include carrots, celery, potatoes, and kale.
  • If you don't have time to make your own spaetzle, you can use store-bought egg noodles or pasta.
  • To make the soup ahead of time, simply cook the soup and spaetzle according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill before serving.

Conclusion:

Smoked chicken soup with fennel and spaetzle is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The smokiness of the chicken and the sweetness of the fennel pair perfectly together, and the spaetzle adds a delightful chewy texture. This soup is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious soup, give this recipe a try.

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