Description
Healing Spanish Chicken Soup is a delightful blend of nourishing ingredients and comforting flavors that warm you from the inside out. This soup features tender chicken simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables, spices, and herbs, creating a wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking to boost your immune system or simply enjoy a cozy meal, this recipe fits the bill. With easy-to-follow steps and versatile flavors, it’s ideal for meal prep or sharing with loved ones on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.2 lbs free-range chicken (whole or assorted cuts)
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 carrots
- 2 leeks
- 1 brown onion
- 1 celery stalk
- 4 garlic cloves
- ½ inch piece of ginger
- 4 bay leaves
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- Salt to taste
- Handful of fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 1 cup fideo noodles or angel hair pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by peeling and trimming as needed.
- In a large pot, combine chicken, vegetables, bay leaves, turmeric, peppercorns, and salt. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for at least 2 hours. Adjust seasoning midway.
- Remove chicken and vegetables; strain the broth for clarity.
- Shred the chicken and chop boiled vegetables before returning them to the pot.
- Bring broth back to a boil; add noodles and cook until tender.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley as a garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg