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Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large pot, combine the whole chicken and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
- 3
Season the Soup
Add bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 4
Simmer
Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- 5
Shred the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the pot, let it cool slightly, then shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones.
- 6
Finish the Soup
Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Add fresh parsley and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- 7
Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.




