Basic Chicken Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks of celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 6 cups of chicken broth
• 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup of chopped parsley

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the thyme, chicken broth, chicken, black pepper, and salt to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Add the parsley and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Interesting Facts

• Chicken soup has been used as a home remedy for centuries and is thought to have healing properties.
• Chicken soup is high in protein and vitamins, making it a great choice for a healthy meal.
• There are many variations of chicken soup, such as Mexican, Italian, and Chinese.