BEST Chicken Soup Recipe | Gut Health & Immune Boosting Chicken Soup | Chef Tara Radcliffe

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs, while rice is a budget-friendly alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while canola oil is often cheaper.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Dried oregano can provide a similar flavor profile.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add water and bring to a boil.

Add chicken pieces, bay leaves, thyme, and pepper; reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Remove chicken, let cool, then shred into bite-sized pieces.

Return shredded chicken to the pot.

Add noodles and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice, peas, and corn; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Season with salt and additional pepper to taste.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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