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Wholesome Low Sodium Chicken Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Comfort Food

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A comforting and wholesome low sodium chicken soup that balances health and flavor, perfect for busy evenings and wellness days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups low sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or fresh, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional)
  • Salt substitute or a pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken. Peel the carrots and slice into thin rounds. Slice celery and dice the onion. Mince garlic cloves.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in your pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, stirring occasionally until the onions become translucent and the vegetables start to soften—about 6-8 minutes. Add garlic in the last minute to avoid burning it.
  3. Place the chicken pieces on top of the sautéed veggies. Pour in the 6 cups of low sodium broth and 1 cup water. Toss in the thyme, parsley, bay leaf, and a few cracks of black pepper.
  4. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Check occasionally to ensure it’s just bubbling lightly.
  5. Remove chicken and shred with two forks or chop finely. Return chicken to the pot. Taste the broth and add lemon juice or a pinch of salt substitute if desired. Remove bay leaf.
  6. Ladle into bowls and enjoy immediately, or let it cool and refrigerate for later.

Notes

Keep an eye on the broth level during simmering and add water if it reduces too much. Avoid overcooking chicken to prevent rubbery texture. Sautéing vegetables first develops natural sweetness and depth. Use fresh herbs for best flavor or adjust dried herbs accordingly. This soup freezes well for up to 3 months.

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