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Wholesome Chicken Soup Recipe with Healing Bone Broth Easy and Healthy

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A comforting and nourishing chicken soup made with slow-simmered healing bone broth, packed with nutrients and simple ingredients for a cozy, healthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 pounds chicken bones or a whole chicken carcass (preferably organic or free-range)
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 2 carrots, roughly chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 10 cups cold filtered water
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Handful fresh parsley stems
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (leftover roasted chicken or poached breast)
  • 3 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional)
  • 1 cup egg noodles or small pasta (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bone Broth (6-8 hours): Place chicken bones or carcass in a large stockpot. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaves, and parsley stems.
  2. Pour in apple cider vinegar and cold water. Let sit for 30 minutes to help draw out minerals.
  3. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low to maintain a bare simmer.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 6-8 hours, occasionally skimming off foam or impurities.
  5. Strain broth through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean container. Discard solids.
  6. Let broth cool slightly, refrigerate overnight if possible, and skim off any solidified fat before using.
  7. Make the Soup (30-40 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium soup pot over medium heat.
  8. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  9. Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary; cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
  10. Pour in 6 cups of prepared bone broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  11. Add shredded chicken and noodles (if using). Reduce heat to simmer and cook until noodles are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  12. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh lemon juice.
  13. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving.

Notes

Simmer broth slowly to avoid cloudiness and bitterness. Skim foam regularly for clarity. Add fresh herbs and lemon juice at the end to preserve flavor. For thicker soup, blend some cooked veggies and stir back in. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently to preserve flavor.

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Keywords: chicken soup, bone broth, healing soup, healthy soup, comfort food, easy chicken soup, homemade broth, nourishing soup

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