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Chicken Soup Recipe

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
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 This hearty recipe is not only packed with flavor but can easily be adapted for dairy-free and gluten-free diets, making it a thoughtful choice for any dietary needs.

Ingredients

  • ½ tbsp butter (use plant-based butter for dairy-free)
  • 4 ribs celery (diced)
  • 4-5 large carrots (diced or sliced)
  • 2 tsp garlic (minced)
  • 12 cups chicken stock
  • ½ tsp salt (to taste)
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • ½ tsp dried rosemary
  • ½ tsp dried sage
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 cup chickpea orzo (or swap with regular orzo, white rice or noodles)
  • 4 cups broccoli, chopped
  • 4 cups cauliflower, chopped
  • 4 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded (any chicken works and don’t forget to save the bones to make the stock if using rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 tsp Better Than Bouillon chicken flavor (or chicken bouillon granules, dairy- and gluten-free if needed)

Instructions
 

  • Sauté Vegetables: Heat butter in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Add diced celery and carrots, sautéing for about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Prepare the Broth: Pour in chicken stock and season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs (rosemary, sage, basil, oregano, parsley). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a spoonful of Better Than Bouillon or chicken bouillon granules for added depth of flavor.
  • Cook the Pasta: Bring the broth to a boil. Add chickpea orzo (or rice) and cook for the specified time on the package, minus 5 minutes.
  • Add Vegetables: During the final 5 minutes of pasta cooking time, stir in broccoli and cauliflower. Cook until the vegetables are just tender but still vibrant.
  • Add the Chicken: Stir in shredded rotisserie chicken and allow the soup to heat through. Taste the broth again and adjust seasonings, if needed.
  • Serve & Store: Serve immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4–5 days, depending on the freshness of the chicken.

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Disclaimer: Nutritional values were calculated using a third-party tool and are provided as an estimation only.

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