Description
Chicken carcass soup is a delicious and hearty dish made from the leftover bones and scraps of a chicken, enriched with vegetables, herbs, and spices.
Ingredients
- Chicken carcass: One carcass weighing about 3-4 lbs
- Water: Twelve cups
- Carrots: Two medium, chopped
- Celery: Two stalks, chopped
- Onion: One large, diced
- Garlic: Four minced cloves
- Bay leaves: Two
- Dried thyme: One teaspoon
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
- Optional: Diced potatoes, sliced leeks, spinach or kale, fresh herbs, spices
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the chicken carcass by placing it in a large stockpot.
- Sauté the aromatics: heat oil and add onion, garlic, and celery, cooking until soft.
- Combine the sautéed mixture with the chicken carcass, carrots, bay leaves, thyme, and water in the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 2-3 hours.
- Strain the soup, discarding the carcass and bay leaves, and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality chicken carcass for better flavor.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to enhance flavor.
- Consider adding vegetables for extra nutrition.
- For a creamy version, add heavy cream or coconut milk after straining.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to three days in the fridge or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: chicken carcass soup, homemade soup, nutritious broth, comfort food