FARMHOUSE CHICKEN SOUP

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Over the years, I've changed this recipe bit by bit until my family said it was perfect. I hope your family enjoys it as much as we do!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h40m

Yield 10-12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)
2 quarts water
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup diced carrots
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
SPAETZLE:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the chicken and water in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, garlic, salt, pepper, poultry seasoning and red pepper flakes. Cover and simmer for 1 hour or until chicken is tender. , Remove chicken from broth; cool. Skim fat from broth. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and skin. Cut meat into bite-size pieces; return to broth. Cover and simmer., For spaetzle, combine the flour, salt, baking powder and nutmeg in a small bowl. Stir in the eggs, milk and parsley; blend well. With a rubber spatula, push batter through a large-hole grater or colander into simmering soup. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until spaetzle float to the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

ancinto games
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Busulwa Micheal
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I made this soup for a potluck and everyone loved it. It's a great recipe to have on hand for a quick and easy meal.


Scott Whitten
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This is the best chicken soup recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Haiderali Haiderali
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Zahid Ameen
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and flavorful.


Roman Ram Roman Ram
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Reggie Pounds
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


audhesh Yadav
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This is the best chicken soup I've ever had. It's so flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


Ehsan Afzal
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


theblackmage 200
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with simple, wholesome ingredients.


Seth Poundz
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's so hearty and flavorful, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Jaani Music013
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This soup is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and the tender chicken. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Alee Sher
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and comforting. I especially love the addition of the dumplings.


aashish Lama
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This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying. I love that it's made with simple, wholesome ingredients.


Desty Arinze
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the egg noodles, which gave the soup a nice, thick texture.


Savannah Yeager
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


jahangeer malik
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the tender chicken and the flavorful broth. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken.


R.K. Saha
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This farmhouse chicken soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I especially love the addition of the fresh herbs, which really brighten up the soup.