Chicken Soup for a Family's Soul Recipe

Name: Chicken Soup for a Family's Soul
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs whole chickens; 1 onion, chopped; 2 carrots, thinly sliced; 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced; 12 green bell pepper; 3 boiling potatoes, sliced thin; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon sweet basil; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; ½ cup water; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; fresh basil leaf, finely shredded (for garnish)

Servings: persons

3 lbs whole chickens
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, thinly sliced
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
12 green bell pepper
3 boiling potatoes, sliced thin
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon sweet basil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup water
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
fresh basil leaf, finely shredded (for garnish)

1
Cook chicken in large pot until done.
2
Cool chicken, remove skin and debone.
3
Cut into bite-size pieces.
4
De-fat and strain stock.
5
Return stock to large pot.
6
Add chicken, vegetables, salt, pepper and basil.
7
Cook until vegetables are done (15- 20 minutes).
8
Mix cornstarch with 1/2 cup water.
9
Add to soup to thicken slightly.
10
For an easy Chicken Pot Pie: Pour finished soup into large casserole and top with rolled biscuits dipped in butter.
11
(I use Bisquick mix to make it very quick and easy).
12
Bake at 425F for about 15 minutes until biscuits are done.

780

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs whole chickens, 1 onion, chopped, 2 carrots, thinly sliced, 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Soup for a Family's Soul falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Soup for a Family's Soul

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