Hearty Chicken Soup Recipe

Name: Hearty Chicken Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 yellow onions, chopped; 6 large carrots, peeled and chopped; 1 bunch Swiss chard, chopped; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces; 8 ounces farro (Trader Joe's 10-minute farro works great); 1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1/8 cup hot sauce (I used Frank's Red Hot); 6 garlic cloves, peeled, sliced in half, center stems removed; ½ cups water; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (about 40 grinds of the pepper mill at medium setting); 1 rind of Parmigiano-Reggiano or Parmesan (optional but totally worth it)

Servings: persons

2 yellow onions, chopped
6 large carrots, peeled and chopped
1 bunch Swiss chard, chopped
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces
8 ounces farro (Trader Joe's 10-minute farro works great)
1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/8 cup hot sauce (I used Frank's Red Hot)
6 garlic cloves, peeled, sliced in half, center stems removed
½ cups water
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (about 40 grinds of the pepper mill at medium setting)
1 rind of Parmigiano-Reggiano or Parmesan (optional but totally worth it)

1
In a big pot pour 12 cups of water and the 1/4 cup of Better than Bouillion and set it on High.
2
When it boils, turn it down to a simmer and add the carrots, onions, and Swiss chard (and the Parmigiano-Reggiano/Parmesan rind if you have one). Let it cook for about 15 to 20 minutes, and turn up the heat a little if the vegetables are very cold when you put them in. The broth should bubble gently. Stir every 5 minutes or so.
3
When the broth smells sweet and vegetable-y, add the chicken pieces, garlic, Worcestershire, and pepper, and cook for another 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes.
4
Add the 10-minute farro and hot sauce and cook for (yes) 10 minutes, stirring every couple minutes or so. It will get a bit frothy at the top, but that will subside.
5
Enjoy!

820

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 yellow onions, chopped, 6 large carrots, peeled and chopped, 1 bunch Swiss chard, chopped, 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces, and more.

Yes, Hearty Chicken Soup 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!

Hearty Chicken Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions