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Soothing Chicken Soup

The healing powers of Grandma's chicken soup have been validated. Scientists credit the broth's ability to inhibit neutrophils, the white blood cells that lead to congestion and sinus irritation. This short-cut version tastes like the traditional variety, especially if you use all-natural chicken broth found in health-food stores.
-- Elaine Khosrova



Serving: Serves: 4


INGREDIENTS:
4 cups water
8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut in 1-inch strips
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 carrot, thinly sliced
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper
1 cup cooked ramen noodles


DIRECTIONS:
1. In a large pot, heat water to boiling; reduce heat to medium and add chicken. Simmer 10 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface. Remove chicken and set aside.

2. Add broth, green onions, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and half the parsley to pot. Cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.

3. When cool enough to handle, shred chicken into bite-size pieces. Reduce heat to low; add chicken, remaining parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cooked noodles, heat, and serve.

Photograph by Tom Eckerle


NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Based on individual serving.
Calories: 166
Total Fat: 6.0 g
Saturated Fat: 0.8 g
Cholesterol: 21.0 mg
Sodium: 219 mg
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Fiber: 3.00 g
Protein: 6.0 g