Ingredients

• 500g chicken breast or thighs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish
• Optional: noodles or rice

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme and bay leaf.
5. Add the chicken and bring to a gentle boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
7. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
8. Add noodles or rice if desired and cook until tender.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.