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Bowl of easy and healthy homemade chicken soup with vegetables and herbs

Chicken Soup

A quick and easy homemade chicken soup that's comforting and delicious, perfect for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces poached chicken breasts
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pieces carrots, diced
  • 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toast for better flavor.
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish Use for final garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until soft.
  3. Add the carrots, celery, and green beans. Cook for a few minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Add the poached chicken breasts, thyme, and rosemary.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This soup can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat on stove or in microwave.