Description
The Chicken Soup Cure is a comforting and nourishing homemade soup that’s perfect for boosting your immune system or providing relief during cold and flu season. This flavorful soup is made with tender shredded chicken, aromatic vegetables, and a hint of lemon for a refreshing twist.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 pounds)
- 10 cups water
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Place the whole chicken in a large pot: Cover with water and bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat, skim off foam, and add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, ginger, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Shred the chicken: Remove chicken, shred meat, discard bones and skin, then return shredded chicken to pot.
- Finish the soup: Stir in parsley and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning and serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Adding fresh ginger and lemon boosts the immune-supporting properties of this soup.
- Great for colds, flu, or as a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
