Ingredients for Mom's Chicken Soup
- Chicken Legs
- Chicken Thighs
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 2 cups chopped celery
- Chicken Bouillon Cubes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- Chicken Broth
- Ground Pepper
- Garlic
- Oregano Leaves
- Orzo Pasta
- Parmesan Cheese
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How to Make Mom's Chicken Soup
- Prepare all ingredients (chop vegetables, measure seasonings).
- In a large pot (at least 8 quarts), combine 8 cups of water and 1 whole (about 3-4 pound) chicken.
- Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Carefully remove the chicken from the pot. Skim off any excess fat from the surface of the broth.
- Add 2 cups chopped carrots, 2 cups chopped celery, 2 chicken bouillon cubes, 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the pot.
- Simmer for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken meat from the bones, discarding the skin and bones.
- Return the shredded chicken to the soup pot.
- While the soup simmers, cook 1 cup orzo pasta according to package directions in a separate pot. Drain well.
- To serve, ladle a generous portion of soup into bowls. Top with a scoop of cooked orzo.
- Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
65 g
Sugar
37g
Fat
71g
Carbs
23g
