Chicken And Apple Soup
Equipment
- Large pot
- Knife and cutting board
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g chicken breast, diced
- 2 apples peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks sliced
- 4 cups 1 liter chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté The Vegetables
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Add The Chicken And Garlic
- Add the diced chicken breast to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides. Then, stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Incorporate Apples And Spices
- Add the chopped apples to the pot along with the dried thyme, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and let the apples cook for about 3 minutes to release their juices.
Step 4: Pour In The Chicken Broth
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring as you go. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together.
Step 5: Adjust Seasoning And Serve
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
This Chicken and Apple Soup is a wonderful way to use up any apples that are slightly past their prime. The cooking process brings out their natural sweetness, and the combination with chicken is surprisingly delightful. Give it a try, and I promise you won't be disappointed!