Hearty Chicken and Vegetable Stew Soup
A comforting, rustic soup featuring tender chicken and root vegetables simmered in a savory herb-infused broth. Perfect for cold evenings or meal prep, this nourishing stew delivers homely warmth and deep, balanced flavors from fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Total Time: 65
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into pieces
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 carrots, sliced
2 potatoes, cubed
1 cup chopped kale or spinach
1 bay leaf
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onion and celery
Add garlic and cook 2 minutes until fragrant
Stir in chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned
Pour in broth and bring to a boil
Add carrots, potatoes, bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes
Stir in kale or spinach and cook 10 more minutes
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep
Feel free to add parsnips, zucchini, or peas for variety
Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 4 days
Adjust broth quantity based on desired thickness
For extra flavor: add a splash of lemon juice before serving