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Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

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Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup is a comforting one-pot meal filled with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a flavorful seasoned broth. Packed with lean protein, fiber, and wholesome ingredients, this easy homemade soup is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, and cozy cold-weather meals. Ready in under an hour, this nutritious chicken vegetable soup is a family-friendly recipe that delivers warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen green beans
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the garlic, carrots, celery, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes.
  • Add the thyme, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the frozen green beans and peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.
  • Serve hot with crusty bread, crackers, or dinner rolls if desired.

Notes

Chicken thighs provide extra richness, while chicken breasts offer a leaner option.Add potatoes, rice, barley, or pasta to make the soup even heartier.Fresh herbs can be substituted for dried herbs for a brighter flavor.Add spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking for extra nutrients.For a slight kick, stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes.Rotisserie chicken can be used to save time—simply add it during the last 10 minutes of cooking.The soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.

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