Best 2 Absolute Best Chicken Soup Recipes
When the weather turns cold and dreary, there's nothing more comforting than a hot bowl of chicken soup. With its savory broth, tender chicken, and flavorful vegetables, it has the power to soothe the soul and warm the body. Chicken soup is also incredibly versatile. Whether you like it classic or with a twist, there are countless recipes out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll explore some of the best chicken soup recipes, from traditional to modern, so you can find the perfect one to warm your heart and fill your belly.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
ABSOLUTE BEST CHICKEN SOUP
This is a family recipe I stumbled upon through marriage. It is a Latin-style chicken soup and it is the best I have tasted. Basically, my mother-in-law makes this soup with a few founding ingredients and then throws in whatevers available. Its always good, but I've narrowed it down for myself and you to the best ingredients to use. This recipe is great for serving to a large amount of people. *Note: You use a whole (8-piece cut) chicken if you want to serve 6-8, but if you are serving more than 6, for the purposes of the stock, use only split leg quarters. The recipe is best when fresh ingredients are used, especially cilantro. Don't even bother with the recipe if you don't have fresh cilantro. After the chicken is fully cooked, you can try to fish it out and separate the meat from the bones, but I don't usually bother with it.
Provided by Tabasco Saucy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Fill a 12 quart pot a little more than halfway and bring water to a boil.
- Add the chicken, bouillon cubes, half of the garlic, and only 1/4 cup of the cilantro, mint, onion, and bell pepper.
- Squeeze the juice of 4 orange slices into the pot.
- Allow the chicken to cook for one hour, stirring occasionally.
- After one hour, add the potatoes, yucca, another quarter cup of cilantro, and the rest of the garlic. Stir in the ingredients and let boil for 15 minutes.
- Add the corn, plantains, tomatoes, and the rest of the cilantro, mint, onions, and peppers. Squeeze the juice of the 4 remaining orange slices into the pot and stir the soup.
- Boil the soup 20 to 30 minutes more or until the potatoes and corn are cooked thoroughly, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.8, Fat 37.9, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 163.2, Sodium 1196, Carbohydrate 82.9, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 20.9, Protein 47
FLUFFSTER'S ABSOLUTE BEST CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
There's just something about homemade chicken noodle soup! It's comforting, warming, and if you have the sniffles,the aromatics in it may even just help you breathe better. I love this soup and I love making it. I make mine with the ingredients my family likes, so feel free to leave some of the ingredients out, or add some of your own personal ingredients. I love tarragon, and love it in my chicken noodle soup, but if you don't like it, by all means leave it out. *Adding the uncooked noodles to the soup will give the broth a little body. If you want your soup to be more on the brothy side, cook the noodles per instructions, then add them to the soup. **When making soups that contain any type of pasta, the pasta will absorb a lot of the broth, so as in this recipe, you may or may not need extra broth. All of the seasonings here can and should be, to taste, so taste your soup throught the cooking process. You may use leftover turkey if you have it. I have left out salt in the ingredient list. Bouillon is very salty, so make sure you taste before adding any salt. Please use white pepper if possible, it really makes a difference! recipe, I like to juilenne my veggies, or cut them on the bias, (diagonal). You may choose to simply chop them, which is just fine.
Provided by FLUFFSTER
Categories Clear Soup
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt the butter and oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over med. heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sweat(cook) the veggies until they're limp, about 5 minutes. Add in the poultry seasoning,white pepper, tarragon, if using, and coriander.
- Add the broth or stock and chicken bouillon. Simmer over low to medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. ***Add in the noodles, either cooked or uncooked. If adding in uncooked, cook for 7-8 minutes, or per package instructions.
- Add in the chicken, stir, and check your seasonings.
- Ladle into bowls and top with parsley.
- Serve with crunchy french bread.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup a more complex and flavorful broth. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, potatoes, and parsnips.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too much chicken or vegetables, the soup will be watery and bland. A good rule of thumb is to use about 1 pound of chicken and 1 pound of vegetables for every 8 cups of water.
- Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the soup, the more flavorful it will be.
- Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar for a bit of brightness.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include noodles, rice, croutons, and grated cheese.
Conclusion:
Chicken soup is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a very affordable meal. With a little planning and effort, you can make a delicious and nutritious chicken soup that your family and friends will love.
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