Comforting Chicken Soup with Potatoes
Introduction
A steaming bowl of Comforting Chicken Soup with Potatoes is the ultimate cure for chilly days and tired spirits. This classic dish combines tender chicken, hearty potatoes, and aromatic herbs into a rich, flavorful broth that warms you from the inside out. Its simplicity and comforting flavors make it a beloved staple for family dinners, under-the-weather days, or anytime you crave a soul-soothing meal.
What Makes This Chicken Soup So Satisfying?
What sets this version apart is the generous use of potatoes, which add a satisfying heartiness and creamy texture to the soup. The gentle melding of onions, carrots, and celery provides depth and classic savor, while a touch of fresh herbs brings everything to life. This is true comfort food—the kind that invites second helpings and leaves everyone at the table feeling nourished.
Chopping Made Easy for Perfect Soup Prep
Efficient prep means you’ll have more time to enjoy your bowl of goodness. Using a reliable tool like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper speeds up dicing onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes, ensuring uniform pieces that cook evenly. Consistent chopping means even texture throughout every bite of your soup.
Building Layers of Flavor in the Pot
Begin by sautéing your vegetables to amplify their natural sweetness. A heavy-bottomed pot or a nonstick skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch helps prevent sticking and ensures even heat distribution. Searing the chicken before simmering also deepens the soup’s savory base, giving every spoonful a homemade, slow-simmered taste.
Hearty, Homemade Soup for All Occasions
Whether you’re making this for a weeknight dinner or prepping extra portions for later, storing leftovers is a breeze with sturdy containers like Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers. This lets you enjoy comforting chicken soup all week, with flavors that often improve after a day in the fridge.
On-the-Go? Ladle Yourself a Warm Lunch
To enjoy your soup at lunch or while out and about, pour a serving into a Bentgo Salad Container (it’s not just for salad!) for spill-free, leak-proof transport. Paired with a chunk of crusty bread, it is the ideal midday meal to keep you energized and content.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe makes about 6 servings of immensely satisfying chicken soup. Each bowl contains roughly 280–320 calories, offering a balanced combination of lean protein, veggies, and wholesome potatoes.
Comforting Chicken Soup with Potatoes (Recap)
With rustic flavors, hearty texture, and inviting aromas, this potato-laden chicken soup is comfort food at its best. It’s a delicious way to bring family and friends together or nurture yourself during quiet moments.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Push the vegetables to the side and add the chicken. Sear for 2–3 minutes per side, just until browned. (You can dice the chicken in advance for faster cooking.)
- Add diced potatoes, dried thyme, dried parsley, bay leaves, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for about 20–25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender. Skim off any foam that rises to the top.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, and return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and enjoy! Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy reheating.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Enjoy your bowl of heartwarming chicken soup with potatoes—simple, filling, and sure to win you plenty of smiles at the dinner table.