CHICKEN MATZO BALL SOUP

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The keys to this amazing chicken matzo ball soup are slow-cooking it and using boxed matzo ball mix. Some people swear by seltzer, but I find it's not necessary-the mix makes perfect, fluffy matzo balls every time due to its baking powder. Add chicken fat (schmaltz) for extra-authentic flavor. The matzo balls will taste as if they came straight from Grandma's kitchen. -Shannon Sarna, South Orange, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 26 servings (6-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
1 pound chicken wings
6 quarts water
3 large carrots, chopped
2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
1 medium turnip, peeled and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh dill sprigs
1 bunch fresh parsley sprigs
1-1/2 teaspoons whole peppercorns
3 teaspoons salt
MATZO BALLS:
1 package (5 ounces) matzo ball mix
4 large eggs
1/4 cup safflower oil
1/4 cup rendered chicken fat
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
10 cups water

Steps:

  • Place chicken and wings in a stockpot; add water, vegetables, herbs and seasonings. Slowly bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-2 hours., Remove chicken and wings and cool. Strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined colander; reserve vegetables. Skim fat. Remove meat from bones and cut into bite-sized pieces; discard bones. Return broth, vegetables and meat to pot. If using immediately, skim fat. Or cool broth, then refrigerate 8 hours or overnight; remove fat from surface before using. (Broth may be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen 4-6 months.), Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat matzo ball mix, eggs, oil, chicken fat, dill and parsley until combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes., In another stockpot, bring water to a boil. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of matzo ball dough into boiling water. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until a toothpick inserted into a matzo ball comes out clean (do not lift cover while simmering), 20-25 minutes., Carefully remove matzo balls from water with a slotted spoon; place 1 matzo ball in each soup bowl. Add soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Gull Hassan Gabol
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This is the best chicken matzo ball soup I've ever had. The broth is so flavorful and the matzo balls are perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Namono Rehema
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the matzo balls are always light and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bhupendra Singh
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This soup is a must-try! It's so flavorful and comforting. The matzo balls are the perfect addition, and they really make the soup special.


Chris Vachtsavanis
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use leftover chicken from a rotisserie chicken. It's a great way to use up leftovers and make a delicious meal.


Malcom Butler
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This soup is a family favorite. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The matzo balls are especially good, and they really make the soup.


Brianna Sherwood
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful, and the matzo balls are always a hit. I usually make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand whenever I need a quick and easy meal.


Noyon Sarker
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This was my first time making chicken matzo ball soup, and it turned out great! The soup was flavorful and the matzo balls were light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Hambali Sophie
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This soup is a delicious and comforting classic. The matzo balls are especially good, and they really make the soup. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bists Kagi
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I've never made matzo ball soup before, but this recipe made it so easy! The soup turned out perfectly, and the matzo balls were light and fluffy. I'm definitely going to make this again.


Deepak Mainali
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This soup is amazing! The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the matzo balls are the perfect addition. I love that this recipe is so easy to follow, too. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Syed Shah
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of matzo balls, but I'm so glad I did! The matzo balls were so light and fluffy, and the soup was incredibly flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Hair Bagom
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This chicken matzo ball soup is the ultimate comfort food! It's so flavorful and hearty, and the matzo balls are perfectly light and fluffy. I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.