Gramma’s Supportive Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 1 whole yellow onion diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup green beans
- 8 cups water
- ¼ cup salt I know that sounds like a lot, just trust me
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tsp marjoram
Instructions
- Bring the whole chicken to a boil in a large stockpot, then reduce to a simmer for about 45 minutes or until the meat pulls easily off of the bones. Remove to a dish, but DO NOT drain the pot. That is your chicken stock.
- Wait 20 mins for the chicken to cool. During this time, add your seasonings and chopped veggies to the stock pot.
- Separate the meat from the bones. Discard the bones and skin. Return the meat to the pot and continue simmering until the carrots are soft.
- Serves well with a slice of French bread and butter.
Notes
My Gramma was confused when my mom came out bi and when I came or trans, but she was supportive to us anyway because she loved us and because the women in my family aren’t total bastards, they love sharing our family recipe chicken soup. I hope y’all enjoy it as much as I do, especially in light of covid 19