Cozy Up with Coach Jen's Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup Recipe for Fall

As the leaves shift to shades of orange and gold and the crisp air settles in, few things offer comfort like a bowl of homemade chicken soup. This classic dish not only warms the body but also gives your immune system a much-needed boost. With ease of cooking in a pressure cooker (love my Ninja), you'll have a nourishing meal ready in no time—ideal for those busy fall days.

Let's jump into the delicious world of chicken soup and learn how to prepare enough for leftovers, so you can savor it throughout the week!

Why Chicken Soup?

You might ask why chicken soup is such a staple during cold months. This comforting dish has been cherished for generations, and for good reasons. Rich in nutrients, chicken soup helps support your immune system and can ease symptoms like sore throats and nasal congestion. A study found that chicken soup could actually help reduce inflammation and promote better respiratory health.

Preparing it at home allows you full control over the ingredients, ensuring organic and quality products. This way, you take charge of your health during the fall season when the risk of colds and flu rises.

Ingredients You'll Need

Here’s what you’ll need for this delicious chicken soup:

• 3 lbs of seasoned organic chicken thighs (seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika)

• 4-6 carrots, chopped

• 4-6 celery stalks, chopped

• 3 gold or russett potatoes, chopped

• 1 whole head of garlic, peeled and diced

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 4 cups of chicken bone broth

• 2 bay leaves

  
  

This mix creates a hearty soup full of flavors and nutrients, ideal for chilly evenings.

Preparing Your Ingredients

Before diving into cooking, let’s prep our ingredients.

1. Wash and Chop: Clean and chop your vegetables. Cut the carrots, celery and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion into small chunks and peel and dice the garlic cloves.

   
   

2. Season the Chicken: Sprinkle a mix of salt, pepper, and paprika over the chicken thighs. This seasoning not only enhances the chicken’s taste but also adds a rich color to your soup.

   
   

Cooking in the Ninja Pressure Cooker

With everything prepped, it's time to cook! The Ninja pressure cooker speeds up the process while enhancing the flavors.

1. Add the Vegetables to the pot: diced onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes and celery.

   
   

2. Add the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the pot

   
   

3. Add Broth: Next, pour in the chicken bone broth. A high-quality broth will make all the difference in flavor. Don’t forget the bay leaves.

   
   

4. Pressure Cook: Close the lid on the pressure cooker and set it to high pressure for 2 minutes. Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.

   
   
   
   

Storing Leftovers

One of the great things about this chicken soup is that it produces plenty for future meals. After your first serving, let the soup cool down before transferring it into airtight containers. It can last in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or be frozen for up to 3 months. Remember to leave some space in the containers for expansion as it freezes.

When you're ready to savor your leftovers, simply heat them on the stove or in the microwave until warm.

Savoring Your Soup

As the weather cools down, consider making this chicken soup a fixture of your fall menu. Not just a meal, it’s a nourishing embrace for body and soul during this shifting season.

Final Thoughts

There you have it—Coach Jen's immune-boosting chicken soup recipe for fall! This dish is not only simple to prepare but also packed with nutrients to fortify your health as the seasons change. With the Ninja pressure cooker, you can whip up a big pot quickly, ensuring you have delicious leftovers to enjoy throughout the week.

As you cozy up with your bowl of soup, remember that caring for your health is essential, especially as cold weather approaches. Grab your ingredients, fire up the pressure cooker, and relish the comfort of homemade chicken soup. Happy cooking!