How to Make Classic Jewish Chicken Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

For generations, chicken soup has been a staple in Jewish cuisine. Known as "Jewish penicillin," it's a comforting and nourishing dish that has been passed down through families and across generations. This classic Jewish chicken soup is made with simple ingredients, but it is rich in flavor and tradition. Perfect for a chilly night or when you're feeling under the weather, this soup is sure to warm both your body and soul.

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Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, giblets removed
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • water to cover
  • 2 tablespoons dried dill weed (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley (Optional)
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 2 leeks, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 large kohlrabi bulb, peeled and diced
  • 3 parsnips, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Put chicken and onions in a large pot; pour in enough water to cover. Add dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Skim and discard any foam from the top of the simmering liquid. Remove chicken to a cutting board. Remove as much meat from the bones as possible and cut into chunks.
  • Return the broth to a boil. Add carrots, potatoes, leeks, celery, kohlrabi, and parsnips. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in cooked chicken and bouillon. Season again with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 283mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 686mg