Description
A comforting and flavorful chicken leg soup that’s perfect for any season. Packed with tender chicken legs, aromatic herbs, and fresh vegetables, this dish is both hearty and nutritious. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or something to warm your soul on a cold day, this recipe delivers every time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken legs (drumsticks or thighs)
- 2 large onions, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Legs : Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken : Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken legs and sear until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables : In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add Liquids and Spices : Pour in the chicken broth (or water), then add bay leaves, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Simmer the Soup : Return the chicken legs to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45–60 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
- Finish and Serve : Remove bay leaves. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy hot!
Notes
For a creamier version, blend some of the cooked vegetables into the broth for added thickness.
To reduce fat content, chill the soup overnight and skim off the solidified fat before reheating.
Experiment with spices like curry powder, smoked paprika, or cumin for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg