Chicken Soup for the Heart Recipe

Name: Chicken Soup for the Heart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb chicken breast; 2 medium onions, peeled and cut into quarters; 4 cardamom pods; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 dash ground black pepper; 3 medium carrots, peeled and washed; 3 stalks celery, washed; 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon of crushed oregano leaves; 8 cups cold water; 1 cup vermicelli

Servings: persons

12 lb chicken breast
2 medium onions, peeled and cut into quarters
4 cardamom pods
2 teaspoons salt
1 dash ground black pepper
3 medium carrots, peeled and washed
3 stalks celery, washed
1 tablespoon of chopped parsley
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon of crushed oregano leaves
8 cups cold water
1 cup vermicelli

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Whether you decide to use the pieces of chicken in the ingredients or a whole chicken with or without skin is a personal choice.
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More bones and skin add tremendous flavor.
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If some one has a cold, a bit of chicken fat makes a big difference in making them feel better.
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If you prefer low fat, stay away from the skin.
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I like to sprinkle salt on my chicken and use it as an abrasive to wash the chicken with under running cold water.
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I grew up seeing my mom do this with chicken all the time.
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Put the chicken and water in a pot and bring the water to a boil.
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By then you will see a layer of beige foam forming on the surface of water.
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Remove the foam with a ladle and discard it.
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If it stays, the broth will not be clear.
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As soon as you are done with removing the foam, add the onions, salt, and cardamom pods.
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Let the broth boil for 45 minutes, covered, on medium to low heat.
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Just check it to make sure it is boiling.
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Take the chicken out and cut it into bite-size pieces.
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If you used chicken with the bone or skin, remove the bone and skin and then cut the chicken into smaller pieces.
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Another thing you need to discard are the cardamom pods.
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Cut the carrots and celery at an angle so they look fancier and add them to the broth.
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Let them boil for ten minutes and then add the noodles.
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Boil for another ten minutes.
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You can use any kind of noodles or paste you like.
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Now add the parsley, black pepper, soy sauce and oregano.
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Do not forget to put the bite-size chicken pieces back inches Boil a couple more minutes and that's it.

2314

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

425

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb chicken breast, 2 medium onions, peeled and cut into quarters, 4 cardamom pods, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Chicken Soup for the Heart 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Soup for the Heart

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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