Feeling a bit crummy? Chances are, you find yourself feeling under the weather much less than you ever did before you started eating Paleo – but on those rare days that you do, nothing says ‘get well soon’ like a steaming hot bowl of chicken soup. It’s the ultimate comfort food, and boiling the whole bird means it is chocked full of vitamins, minerals, and of course – gelatin. Even if you’re not ill, I highly recommend you make some of this!
This recipe is perfect for providing nourishment and comfort when you need it most. The combination of fresh vegetables and herbs with tender chicken creates a soup that is both delicious and healing.
Recipe: Get Well Soon Chicken Soup
Equipment
- Large stock pot
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg Chicken
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 onions roughly chopped
- 1 bulb fennel roughly chopped
- 6 carrots peeled and roughly chopped
- 6 cloves garlic peeled
- 4 bay leaves
- Few sprigs fresh thyme
- Few sprigs fresh rosemary
- A large handful fresh parsley
- Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- First, wash your chicken before putting it into your biggest stock pot. Fill the pot with cold water, just enough to cover the bird, before adding the red wine vinegar. Bring to the boil, then leave to simmer for 45 minutes. Skim the froth from the top, before removing the chicken.
- When the chicken is cool enough to handle, shred all the meat from the bird using a fork. It may not be completely cooked through yet – this is perfectly normal.
- Next, return the chicken carcass to the stock pot, and add the onions, fennel, carrots, garlic, and herbs (except the parsley). Return to the heat, cover, and simmer for another couple of hours.
- Fifteen minutes before serving, return the shredded chicken back to the soup. When fully cooked through, serve in soup bowls garnished with the fresh parsley.
Creating this Get Well Soon Chicken Soup allows you to enjoy a rich and satisfying meal that aligns with your Paleo lifestyle. The combination of tender chicken and fresh vegetables provides a delightful texture and flavour that will make your soup special. This dish is perfect for those looking to maintain a grain-free and dairy-free diet while still enjoying delicious and hearty meals.
This recipe is especially good for meal prepping. Make a large batch and freeze individual portions for those days when you need a quick and nutritious meal. It’s also great for sharing with family and friends who might need a bit of comfort food.
For more recipes like this one, explore our blog for a variety of Paleo-friendly meals that are both nutritious and delicious. We love hearing from you, so let us know how you enjoyed this Get Well Soon Chicken Soup in the comments below. Your feedback and variations help us create even more wonderful dishes. Stay healthy and happy cooking!
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