Best 4 Grandpas Garden Chicken Soup Recipes

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In the realm of soulful and comforting dishes, Grandpa's Garden Chicken Soup stands as a timeless classic, a culinary heirloom passed down through generations. This hearty and restorative soup embodies the essence of wholesome cooking, showcasing the goodness of fresh, seasonal vegetables, succulent chicken, and a symphony of aromatic herbs. Let us embark on a culinary journey, exploring the secrets of creating this cherished soup, ensuring you can replicate the magic of Grandpa's garden in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDPA'S GARDEN CHICKEN SOUP



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Grandpa sends me veggies from his huge garden every year and I use 'em for this soup, which has been called 'the best soup I've ever eaten' by friends. It's pretty unstructured and can change to meet your personal tastes. It's basically a chicken veggie soup; it's the FRESH veggies that make it the best. I just throw stuff in until it looks and tastes the way I want it to. It's also GREAT if you're sick; I swear it'll cure what ails ya! YUM! The longer you SLOWLY cook the soup, the more flavorful it becomes. I often eat a bowl while it's simmering 'cause I can't wait.

Provided by SRF0079

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 whole chicken, quartered
water, to cover
½ large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery with leaves, cut into chunks
3 cubes chicken bouillon
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
2 kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and diced
2 carrots, sliced
1 large turnip, diced
½ medium head cabbage, chopped
2 ears sweet corn, cut from cob
4 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Put chicken pieces in a large stockpot; pour enough water over chicken to cover completely. Add onion, celery, bouillon cubes, basil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper to the pot; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook at a simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender, about 1 hour.
  • Remove and discard celery chunks. Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool; cut as much meat as possible from the bones and chop roughly. Return chicken to stock.
  • Stir potatoes, kohlrabi, carrots, and turnip into the soup; cook until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Add cabbage, corn, green beans, and tomato; cook until the green beans are tender, 7 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 49.9 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CHICKEN SOUP



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Ina Garten uses rich homemade stock to make her Chicken Soup recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; she serves it with matzo balls for ultimate comfort.

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 (5-pound) roasting chickens
3 large yellow onions, unpeeled and quartered
6 carrots, unpeeled and halved
4 stalks celery with leaves, cut into thirds
4 parsnips, unpeeled and cut in half (optional)
20 sprigs fresh parsley
15 sprigs fresh thyme
20 sprigs fresh dill
1 head garlic, unpeeled and cut in half crosswise
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
4 cups 1/4-inch-diced carrots
4 cups 1/4-inch-diced celery
1/4 cup minced fresh dill
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Matzo Balls, (see recipe)
4 extra-large eggs, separated
1/2 cup good chicken stock
1/4 cup rendered chicken fat, melted
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for egg whites
1 cup matzo meal

Steps:

  • Place the chickens, onions, carrots, celery, parsnips, parsley, thyme, dill, garlic, and seasonings in a 16- to 20-quart stockpot. Add 7 quarts of water and bring to a boil. Simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Remove 2 of the chickens and allow to cool slightly. Remove the breast meat from both chickens and set aside. Return the remaining chicken and carcasses to the pot and continue simmering, uncovered, for 3 more hours. Strain the entire contents of the pot through a colander and chill. Remove the surface fat, then reheat the stock as follows, or pack in containers and freeze.
  • To serve the soup, return the stock to the pot and reheat, adding the diced carrots, celery, dill, and parsley. Shred the reserved chicken breast meat into large pieces and add to the stock. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes to cook the vegetables and reheat the chicken. Season, to taste, and serve as is, or ladle each serving over 2 warm Matzo Balls.
  • Whisk together the egg yolks, chicken stock, chicken fat, parsley, and salt. Stir in the matzo meal. In the bowl of an electric mixer with a whisk attachment, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they are stiff. Whisk them into the matzo mixture until it is smooth. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until the mixture is thick.
  • Form balls the size of golf balls by shaping them with 2 spoons, rolling them with your hands, or scooping them with a small ice cream scoop. Drop them into simmering chicken stock and cook for 30 minutes, or until fully cooked and puffed, turning once. Remove and serve hot in chicken soup.

VICTORY GARDEN CHICKEN-VEGETABLE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Potato     Tomato     Basil     Corn     Green Bean     Spinach     Zucchini     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3 1/2-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
8 cups water
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 pound red-skinned potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound tomatoes, coarsely chopped
3 medium carrots, peeled, sliced
4 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium zucchini, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
2 cups (packed) thinly sliced fresh spinach leaves
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring chicken, water, wine and 1 teaspoon salt to boil in large pot, skimming surface. Cover; simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Transfer chicken breast and thigh pieces to platter (leave remaining chicken and stock in pot). Remove meat from bones; cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Cover and chill meat. Return scraps and bones to pot.
  • Cover stock and simmer 1 hour. Strain. Cool stock slightly. Chill overnight. Spoon fat off top and discard.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in large pot over medium heat. Add onion; sauté until golden, about 6 minutes. Add stock and bring to boil. Add potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, green beans and 1 teaspoon salt. Simmer 10 minutes. Add zucchini and corn; simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in spinach and chicken meat. Simmer until chicken is heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in basil. Season with salt and pepper.

COPYCAT OLIVE GARDEN CHICKEN GNOCCHI SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Bring the memories of Olive Garden home with this copycat Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe. It's a cozy, comforting dish that the whole family will love.

Provided by Bella Lopez

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable
1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
6 garlic cloves, grated
1 1/2 medium chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
5 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 pound gnocchi
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach or kale
Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and sauté until tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and chicken and toss to incorporate, then pour in the chicken stock and season with the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil and cook for about 10 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Stir in the half-and-half and gnocchi and cook for 2 minutes, until beginning to thicken slightly.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 3 minutes, until the soup has thickened. Stir in the spinach, then remove the pot from the heat.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the Parmesan cheese, then serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and nutrients to your soup.
  • Be sure to brown the chicken before adding it to the soup. This will help to develop flavor.
  • Add the noodles during the last 10 minutes of cooking so that they don't become overcooked.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Grandpa's Garden Chicken Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. This soup is sure to become a family favorite.

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