Warm up with this hearty Homemade Chicken Soup recipe. Made with chicken, carrots, stalks celery and onion. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Homemade Chicken Soup relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as (3 pound) whole chicken, carrots, halved, stalks celery, halved and large onion, halved. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 110 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026