The best CHICKEN SOUP recipe for winter!

The best chicken soup doesn’t need much — just tender poached chicken, hearty winter vegetables, and fresh herbs simmered in chicken broth. It's a simple combination that’s a cozy hug for your taste buds and the best kind of immunity remedy.

I’ve been making this exact chicken soup for over a decade now. It's my go-to recipe when the cold weather strikes and I'm craving something light, brothy, nourishing, and warm. And while many chicken soup recipes often contain pasta noodles, they're definitely not needed. I swap those out for parsnips which are equally filling, but add a deliciously sweet flavor that works so well with the fresh herbs.

If you've made my chicken salad recipe you know that tarragon pairs beautifully with chicken, and I'd say it's the one ingredient that really gives this soup that "wow factor" as well. So if you're on the hunt for a chicken soup that's cozy, healing, and flavorful, this should be at the top of your list!

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00:00 Intro
00:27 Prep the carrots, parsnips, celery, and onion.
02:29 Prep and wash the leek.
03:15 Saute the vegetables.
03:46 Add the chicken, herbs, and chicken broth, then simmer.
04:24 Remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks.
05:00 Add the shredded chicken back to the pot.
05:38 Serve up the chicken soup.
06:33 Taste test and tips.
07:22 How to store chicken soup leftovers.

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[Downshiftology]

I've been expanding my recipe list for soups, stews, and chili this year, so make sure to check out my website for all the recipes (not all are on YouTube yet). And next week, we're switching gears into something sweet. Make sure your notifications are turned on! ;) xo - Lisa

[neil]

My girlfriend is sick and I want to surprise her with this soup. I have no experience in the kitchen and I can barely make eggs. But she means the world to me and I want to try my best to replicate your soup to make her feel a little better. She knows I don’t cook so let’s hope for the best haha. Thank you for the recipe and tutorial ☺️

[suzisaintjames]

Even if you don't have chicken broth, just use all water it still comes out yummy! Sending lots of love 💖 from sunny 🌞 Arizona 🌵. Take care of yourselves 😷.

[anitas]

I’m so excited about this, Lisa. I am very interested in more soups and stews, especially from you, because so many recipes have pasta or other ingredients I can’t/don’t want to eat. I love your healthy, delicious recipes. Thanks for all you do! Also - thank you for always including the tips on how to store leftovers.

[christinestrohmeyer]

To make it even more nutrient dense one can take another step via making bone broth from the chicken bones/carcass using up all vegetable scraps and mushroom cut offs (for umami flavor) as well. If you add a swish of vinegar to make the home cooked chicken stock actually gel up. 1cup water per half cup bone broth will give a good stock.
Tarragon is the best ever herb. Thank you 😋

[harlowslo]

Just made this and oh my my.... This girl is BRILLIANT! Love her recipes. Simple, easy and HEALTHY. She's right, Tarragon is a key. YUM! Will be making ALL WINTER. Getting her cookbook for my daughter who can't cook for Christmas. Love her energy too in the videos. ( She reminds of my oldest daughter ) I have 3! Yes, God must have thought I was VERY strong. Thank you for your content 🙏

[anuptejasvi]

Tried your recipe … I must say it came out really well. Me and my wife simply loved it. Coming from India, we both were literally bored of having spicy food and soup … this was really refreshing !! Thank you !! 😊

[laurieb.]

looks insanely delicious and comforting! I like that there are parsnips which are tasty but rarely used. Can't wait to make this

[celesteio]

I’m in love with all your recipes, I just made this and it’s delicious 10 out of 10, thank you

[honeymoonlife]

Made this soup yesterday and oh my word it was sooo lovely, my husband and children loved it

[chrisbrennan]

I love this soup. I have made it a few times. It is so delicious and satisfying. The best was bringing it to work in the night shifts.

[betzys]

Went to 3 stores and no luck finding leek. Made the soup 🍜 without it and even like that this soup came up very delicious! My son repeated and taking some for lunch. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

[mskarenwyness]

This has been a family favourite my Mom has made something similar but I love the herbs and parsnips can’t wait to try it.

[snugkibu]

I have now made all 3 of your most recent soup recipes veg, beef, and now chicken. Wow they are delicious! So comforting and perfect for this season. I hope to see more healthy soup/stew videos. My hubby and I thank you for the yummy recipes! More please 😊

[schneewitte]

Hello Lisa @downshiftology, greatings from Germany! I just received your wonderful cookbook today and it is amazing!!Been following you for a long time and wanted to pay at least for something! I love the pictures and the wonderful recipes and the way everything is so lovely put together! I am on a healing journey and stopped eating gluten and just a week in, i feel so much better. Your book helps me to stick with this new habit easyly! Thanks for all your work!

[aokiQ]

I was just telling myself I need to learn how to make chicken soup, and here you are! Thanks for reading my mind 😂😂😂

[marialruggiero]

This recipe looks really clean, healthy, and delicious!

[pattihuke]

I can’t wait to try this. My husband has been recently diagnosed with celiac disease and this is perfect

[jenniferfitzgerald]

I made this tonight, it was fantastic!!! I didn’t add pepper at the end, it was very well seasoned. I would add egg noodles next time at the end. Thank you for the recipe!

[paulchezkari]

Much needed, thank you. And parsley as a garnish is brilliant 🎉🎉