Chicken and Cabbage Soup
Chicken and cabbage soup is a hearty, nutritious comfort food packed with flavor and health benefits. Perfect for any season!
Equipment
- Large Pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g chicken (thighs or breasts)
- 1 medium head green cabbage (shredded)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- bay leaves optional
- thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink on the outside.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and add the shredded cabbage. Stir well to combine.
- Let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional bay leaves or thyme. Stir well.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, add a splash of lemon juice or a dash of soy sauce before serving. The soup tastes even better the next day!