Description
Amish Snow Day Soup is a hearty and comforting soup featuring tender boneless chicken thighs, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich chicken broth. Perfect for chilly days, this soup offers a nourishing, filling meal that warms you from the inside out with simple, wholesome ingredients and a slow-cooked depth of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
Vegetables
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), peeled and diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Herbs and Seasonings
- 3 fresh thyme sprigs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Liquids
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade or high-quality preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the celery and onions, and mince the garlic cloves. Cut the boneless chicken thighs into generous chunks to ensure tender pieces in each bite.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a splash of oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, and celery and sauté until the onions turn translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes. This flavors the broth deeply and lays the perfect foundation.
- Brown the Chicken: Add the chicken chunks to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides, sealing in juices and adding a caramelized flavor to the dish.
- Add Broth and Vegetables: Pour in the chicken broth and bring everything to a gentle boil. Add carrots, potatoes, fresh thyme sprigs, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for at least 45 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the broth rich and flavorful.
- Final Touches: Remove the thyme sprigs, taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then stir in chopped parsley just before serving for a bright burst of freshness.
Notes
- Let the soup simmer gently to deepen flavors and tenderize the chicken perfectly.
- Browning the chicken adds a savory, umami-rich note to the broth.
- Use homemade or high-quality chicken broth for a richer taste.
- Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Add parsley at the end to preserve its vibrant color and fresh flavor.
- Optional garnishes include shredded sharp cheddar, sour cream, freshly ground black pepper, or chopped green onions.
- Serve with crusty bread, cornbread muffins, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Amish / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Amish snow day soup, hearty chicken soup, winter comfort food, chicken and vegetable soup, cozy soup recipe
