This Cornish Hen Soup recipe is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. Made with tender cornish hens, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this soup is both flavorful and nourishing. It's a great option if you're looking for a twist on traditional chicken soup. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. The rich flavors of the broth, combined with the tender meat of the cornish hens, make this soup a true delight for the taste buds.
Ingredients
- Cornish hens (2, about 2 pounds each)
- Carrots (3, peeled and diced)
- Celery (3 stalks, diced)
- Onion (1 large, diced)
- Garlic cloves (3, minced)
- Fresh thyme (1 sprig)
- Bay leaves (2)
- Chicken broth (8 cups)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Season the cornish hens with salt and pepper, then add them to the pot. Sear the hens on all sides until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot and add the bay leaves and thyme sprig. Bring the soup to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the cornish hens are cooked through and tender.
- Remove the cornish hens from the pot and let them cool slightly. Once cooled, shred the meat from the bones and discard the bones and skin.
- Return the shredded meat to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprig from the soup. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.
