Vegetable and chicken soup

 

Vegetable and chicken soup is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of vegetables and chicken in a flavorful broth. Here's a basic recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450 grams) of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup of green beans, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 6 cups of chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté for a few minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
• Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they start to brown on all sides.
• Stir in the carrots, celery, zucchini, green beans, and corn. Sauté the vegetables for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
• Pour in the chicken broth and add the dried thyme and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together.
• Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
•  Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
• Serve the vegetable and chicken soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

You can customize this basic recipe by adding other vegetables or herbs that you like. Some people like to add pasta or rice to make the soup more filling. Enjoy your homemade vegetable and chicken soup!