Garlic Chicken Soup 🥣

Roasted Garlic Chicken Soup Recipe 🍲

Overview:

This Roasted Garlic Chicken Soup is a hearty yet comforting dish, perfect for a cozy lunch or a light snack, especially for those who adore the robust flavor of garlic. It’s a versatile recipe that allows you to adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences; you can even omit the chicken for a lighter version. The combination of roasted garlic, tender chicken, aromatic dill, and melted provolone cheese creates a delightful harmony of flavors that will leave you wanting more. With simple steps and common ingredients, this recipe is both easy to make and incredibly satisfying.

• Total Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories per Serving: 377

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Roast the Garlic:

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   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Take the garlic heads and place them upright in a shallow 8-cup ovenproof casserole dish.
   • Pour 1/2 cup of chicken stock over the garlic heads.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour until the garlic becomes soft and fragrant.

2. Prepare the Garlic Puree:

   • Once roasted, allow the garlic heads to cool slightly.
   • Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves to extract the soft garlic puree from the skins.

3. Make the Croutons:

   • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Stir in the fresh dill weed.
   • Add the bread cubes to the skillet and toss them until they are evenly coated with the butter and dill mixture.
   • Continue to cook the bread cubes for about 5 minutes until they turn crisp and golden brown.
   • Set the croutons aside for later use.

4. Prepare the Soup Base:

   • In a saucepan, combine the remaining 4 cups of chicken stock with the shredded chicken, roasted garlic puree, dry white wine, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

5. Assemble and Serve:

   • Preheat your broiler.
   • Ladle the hot soup into four ovenproof soup bowls.
   • Top each bowl of soup with a generous amount of the prepared croutons.
   • Sprinkle the provolone cheese evenly over the croutons.
   • Place the soup bowls under the preheated broiler and broil for about 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
   • Carefully remove the soup bowls from the broiler.
   • Serve the roasted garlic chicken soup hot, garnished with additional fresh dill if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 377 per serving
• Total Fat: 17.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 8.5g
• Cholesterol: 58mg
• Sodium: 711mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 29.9g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
  • Sugar: 6g
• Protein: 22.6g

Tips and Substitutions:

• For a vegetarian version, simply omit the chicken and use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference for a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
• If you’re not a fan of provolone cheese, you can substitute it with shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan cheese.
• Serve this soup with a side of crusty bread or a light salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Enjoy this flavorful and comforting Roasted Garlic Chicken Soup, perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a chilly winter evening or a leisurely lunch with friends and family! 🥣