Classic Chicken Soup

Ingredients

  • 4 to 5 pound whole chicken
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and finely chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • 1 large parsnip, peeled and finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 heaping tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • ½ tablespoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • noodles (optional!)

Instructions