Chunky Chicken Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Chunky Chicken Soup, a hearty and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for any season. Packed with tender pieces of seared chicken breast, wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and infused with aromatic herbs such as thyme and bay leaves, this homemade soup is a delicious balance of protein and fresh flavors. Simmered in a rich, savory chicken broth, every spoonful delivers cozy, soul-soothing goodness. Ready in just under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s as beautiful as it is satisfying—classic chicken soup taken to the next level.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 medium celery stalks (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper. Add them to the pot and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze and incorporate any brown bits for added flavor.
Dice the seared chicken into bite-sized chunks and return it to the pot.
Add the diced potatoes, bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Remove and discard the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1450 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 7249 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 147.2 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 4877 mg | 104% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
