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How to Make Fast Chicken Soup Base - A Step-by-Step Guide

When you're feeling under the weather or simply craving a comforting bowl of goodness, there's nothing quite like a homemade chicken soup. It's warm, flavorful, and has the power to soothe the soul. However, making chicken soup from scratch can be time-consuming, especially when you're not feeling well. That's where this fast chicken soup base comes in handy.

This recipe is perfect for those moments when you want a delicious bowl of chicken soup without spending hours in the kitchen. ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 quarts chicken broth
  • 1 quart water
  • 1 store-bought roast chicken
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions, cut into medium dice
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into rounds or half rounds, depending on size
  • 2 large stalks celery, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Information

  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 3 1/2 quarts

  • Bring broth and water to a simmer over medium-high heat in a large soup kettle. Meanwhile, separate chicken meat from skin and bones; reserve meat. Add skin and bones to the simmering broth. Reduce heat to low, partially cover and simmer until bones release their flavor, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Strain broth through a colander into a large container; reserve broth and discard skin and bones. Return kettle to burner set on medium-high.
  • Add oil, then onions, carrots and celery. Saute until soft, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add chicken, broth and thyme. Bring to a simmer. (Can be refrigerated up to 3 days in advance. Return to a simmer before adding the extras of your choice.)

    • Nutrition

    338 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 91mg
    • Sodium: 118mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 410mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Soup recipes
    Fast recipes