Soup For The Soul Recipe

Name: Soup For The Soul
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon canola oil (or other neutral oil); 1 whole roasting chicken, separated; 2 tablespoons herb based poultry seasoning; 1 cup flour; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 onion, chopped; 2-4 carrots, chopped; 3-4 stalks celery, chopped; 1/2 cup white wine (preferably Pinot gris); 2-4 cups chicken broth; 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper; 1/4 cup apple juice; 1/4 cup milk; 2-3 tablespoons minced fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, oregano, tarragon); optional dumplings or egg noodles

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon canola oil (or other neutral oil)
1 whole roasting chicken, separated
2 tablespoons herb based poultry seasoning
1 cup flour
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
2-4 carrots, chopped
3-4 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 cup white wine (preferably Pinot gris)
2-4 cups chicken broth
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/4 cup apple juice
1/4 cup milk
2-3 tablespoons minced fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, oregano, tarragon)
optional dumplings or egg noodles

1
Melt butter and oil in a dutch oven (or other heavy bottomed pot) over medium heat.
2
In a large, shallow dish, mix herbed poultry seasoning and flour. Dredge chicken pieces in herb/flour mixture.
3
Brown chicken on both sides (work in batches if needed and don't worry about cooking all the way through.) Remove chicken from pan and add carrots, celery, and onion. Cook for about 5 minutes.
4
Deglaze pan with white wine, cook additional 5 minutes. Add chicken, herbs & spices, and enough broth to completely cover chicken. Cover and cook on medium low heat for about an hour.
5
Remove chicken to plate, let cool enough to handle then shred chicken. Add cider and milk to pot, return to simmer. Add shredded chicken.
6
If desired, add dumplings or egg noodles. Just before serving, sprinkle fresh herbs on top.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon canola oil (or other neutral oil), 1 whole roasting chicken, separated, 2 tablespoons herb based poultry seasoning, and more.

Yes, Soup For The 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.

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Soup For The Soul

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