Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe

Name: Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 1 3/4 cups chicken broth; 1 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 4 medium carrots, cut diagonally into 1/3-inch-thick slices; 2 celery ribs, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

4 cups water
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
1 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
4 medium carrots, cut diagonally into 1/3-inch-thick slices
2 celery ribs, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

1
Bring water and broth to a simmer in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan.
2
Add chicken and simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes.
3
Remove pan from heat and cover, then let stand until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
4
Transfer chicken to a plate and cool 10 minutes.
5
Reserve poaching liquid, uncovered.
6
While chicken is poaching, cook onion in oil in a 4-quart heavy pot, covered, over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 6 minutes.
7
Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
8
Add carrots, celery, salt, and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Add poaching liquid and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
10
Remove from heat.
11
While vegetables are cooking, shred chicken into 1/4-inch-wide strips (about 1 inch long).
12
When vegetables are done simmering, stir chicken into soup along with parsley.

517

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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.

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: 4 cups water, 1 3/4 cups chicken broth, 1 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Hearty Chicken Vegetable 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.

Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions