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Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup: A Comforting Classic

Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup 🍲🥬
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 69 kcal

Ingredients
  

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 medium carrots, sliced

2 stalks celery, sliced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 medium zucchini, diced

1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried oregano

bay leaf

6 cups chicken broth

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (use rotisserie chicken for convenience)

1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Notes

📦 **Storage**: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months. 🔥 **Reheating**: Reheat in a microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. ⏰ **Make Ahead**: You can prepare the ingredients in advance and cook when ready to serve. 🍽️ **Serving**: Serve over rice, pasta, quinoa, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. 🔄 **Substitutions**: Feel free to swap vegetables based on what you have on hand. Herbs can be substituted with dried versions (use 1/3 the amount).