Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons oil
– 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
– 3 parsnips, peeled and sliced (can substitute with turnips or potatoes)
– 3 celery ribs, sliced
– Β½ medium onion, diced
– 1 leek, halved lengthwise, sliced, and rinsed
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– Β½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (can substitute with chicken thighs)
– 2 sprigs fresh thyme
– 2 sprigs fresh tarragon
– 1 bay leaf
– 5 cups chicken broth (choose high-quality broth)
– ΒΌ cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1-First, heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the carrots, parsnips, celery, leek, and onion. Cook them for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to soften the vegetables and build flavor.
2-Next, add the garlic, salt, and pepper, stirring for another minute to release their aromas.
3-Then, incorporate the thyme, tarragon, bay leaf, chicken, and broth into the pot. Bring everything to a boil and reduce the heat to low, covering the pot to simmer for 15 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165Β°F.
4-After that, remove the chicken with tongs, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot for an additional 1 to 2 minutes of simmering.
5-Finally, take out the thyme, tarragon sprigs, and bay leaf before stirring in the parsley. Garnish with extra fresh parsley and black pepper when serving for a fresh finish. This method not only keeps the chicken tender but also blends the flavors beautifully.
Last Step:
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πΏ Use fresh herbs for optimal flavor; if using dried, start with Β½ teaspoon each.
π₯ Add peas or zucchini to vary the vegetable mix.
π Parsnips add sweetness; substitute with potatoes or turnips for less sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 319 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 822 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg
