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Ultimate Chicken Soup

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A simple, hearty chicken soup made with poached chicken breast, a mix of fresh vegetables, and herbs for a nourishing and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 3 parsnips, chopped (or substitute 1 large turnip)
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 leek, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh tarragon
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups high-quality chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add carrots, parsnips, celery, leek, and onion; sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
  4. Add chicken breasts, chicken broth, thyme, tarragon, and bay leaf to the pot.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Remove chicken breasts and shred them with two forks.
  7. Return shredded chicken to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Remove herb sprigs and bay leaf before serving.

Notes

Poaching the chicken breast in the broth keeps it tender and flavorful. Fresh herbs like thyme and tarragon add depth, but dried herbs can be used if fresh are unavailable. Turnips can substitute parsnips for a slightly different flavor.

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