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Easy Homemade Chicken Soup

A comforting and easy-to-make chicken soup perfect for chilly nights or when you're feeling under the weather.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 breasts poached chicken breasts Cooked and shredded
  • 4 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium if desired
  • 2 pieces carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme Dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary Dried or fresh
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a little olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until they are softened.
  3. Add the poached chicken breasts and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the green beans, thyme, and rosemary.
  5. Season with salt and pepper; let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

This soup keeps well in the fridge for about 3-4 days and freezes beautifully for up to three months. Reheat with a splash of broth to prevent it from getting too thick.