on Sep 25, 2022, Updated Feb 01, 2024
Why You’ll Love Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup
As someone who has been blending veggies🧅 into my soups and sauces for as long as I can remember, I can confidently say that this is one of the most delicious and nutritious dishes you’ll ever try. Whether you’re a busy parent trying to juggle work and school🏫 drop-offs, or just looking for a quick and easy meal, this soup is the perfect solution. Simply throw it into a thermos and take it with you on the go. Your spouse or kids won’t be able to get enough of it. I pour all my love and care into this dish, because it’s not just healthy and easy, it’s also a reminder of the joy that comes from sharing a warm, comforting meal with the people you love.
How to Prepare Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup
💦 Fill a large pot with water, or use ½ water and ½ organic unsalted vegetable broth. 🥕 Add whole peeled and washed vegetables and bring to a boil. 🐔 Once boiling, add chicken thighs, skim off foam, and season with salt. 🔥 Reduce heat to medium-low, semi-cover with a lid, and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are soft, chicken is cooked, and broth has reduced. 🍗 Remove chicken, let it cool, and shred or cut it. If there’s bone or skin, compost it. 🧅 Take out whole veggies and blend with two ladles of clear broth until smooth and then add the mixture back into the pot with shredded chicken. 🌿 Add cooked potatoes or pastina, if using, garnish with parsley, stir, and enjoy your Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup. Adjust salt to taste at the end.
Variations and Substitutions for Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup
In this recipe, as with most, feel free to get creative and explore different combinations of ingredients but please note that you may need to experiment by adjusting quantities and cooking times!
Best Served With
Some crusty bread like my No Knead Peasant Bread A light salad 🥗
Common Questions
title: “Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-03” author: “Paul Walters”
on Feb 19, 2023, Updated May 29, 2024
Why You’ll Love Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup
You’ll love this Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup because it’s an enjoyable and delicious way to eat a variety of 🧅 vegetables without even realizing they’re there! The blended veggies create a creamy, rich texture that makes the soup feel indulgent without adding any cream, so yes, this soup is dairy-free! This soup is perfect for meal prepping, because it stores and reheats well, making it perfect for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week. Whether you’re serving it to picky eaters, looking for a nutritious meal, or just craving a 🍜 warm bowl of soup, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
How to Prepare Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup
💦 Prepare a liquid base in a pot with a combination of water and unsalted broth or just water. 🥕 Add vegetables (scallions, bell pepper, carrot, celery, onion, and garlic) and bring to a boil. 🐔 Add chicken to the boiling mixture, skim off foam, and season with salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning at the end. 🔥 Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover with a lid, and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are soft, chicken is fully cooked, and broth has reduced. 🧊 Remove chicken, let cool, then shred. Discard any bones or skin. 🥄 Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon, blend in a blender with two ladles of broth until smooth, and return the mixture to the pot. 🥚 Break egg noodles into pieces, add to the pot, and bring to a boil. Cook noodles for 5-10 minutes. 🌿 Remove soup from heat, add parsley for garnish, and stir. Optionally, add freshly squeezed lemon juice to each bowl before serving. Enjoy!
Variations and Substitutions for Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup
This soup is your culinary canvas! But remember that if you are changing or adding ingredients you may have to experiment and adjust quantities or cooking times.
Best Served With
Some crusty bread like my No Knead Peasant Bread A fresh salad such as a Caesar Salad
Common Questions
