Mom’s Classic Chicken Soup
When life feels a bit heavy, and self-care is the order of the day, there's one thing that never fails to wrap me in a comforting embrace: Mom's Classic Chicken Soup. There's a special kind of magic in homemade comfort food, and today, I'm sharing not just my go-to bowl of warmth but also the recipe, because we all need a little extra love sometimes. Here's to the healing power of a simple bowl of goodness!
Ingredients:
* 1 whole chicken (approximately 3-4 lbs)
* 8 cups organic chicken broth
* 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
* 2 celery stalks, chopped
(Option to blend vegetables of choice into the soup-I to this as well)
* 1 onion, diced
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 cup noodles or rice (your choice)
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Fresh herbs (thyme, bay leaf, parsley) for an extra burst of flavor
* root vegetables of choice (i added parsnips)
Instructions:
In a large pot, let the magic begin by bringing the whole chicken, chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to a gentle simmer. Allow it to dance together until the chicken is tender and cooked through, usually about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Carefully remove the chicken from the pot, shred that wholesome goodness, and return it to the pot.
Introduce your chosen noodles into the mix and let them join the party until they reach that perfect state of tenderness.
Season the concoction with a sprinkle of salt, a dash of pepper, and a generous handful of fresh herbs for that extra touch of love.
Ladle that liquid gold into your favorite bowl, allowing the warmth to envelop you and work its soothing magic.
Every spoonful is like a warm hug from Mom herself, a reminder that even on the toughest days, a bowl of homemade goodness can make everything a little bit brighter.
