Chicken Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken

   Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and remove any giblets from the cavity.

2. 2

   Chop the Vegetables

   Dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   In a large pot, add the chicken, chopped vegetables, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, black peppercorns, and water.

4. 4

   Simmer the Soup

   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low heat and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked.

5. 5

   Remove the Chicken

   Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat, discarding the bones and skin.

6. 6

   Strain the Broth

   Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve to remove the vegetables and spices.

7. 7

   Combine and Season

   Return the shredded chicken to the broth. Season with salt to taste. You can add more vegetables if desired.

8. 8

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.