
A deeply nourishing bowl built around a long, slow simmer, this soup draws rich flavor from bone-in chicken, earthy root vegetables, and fragrant sprigs of thyme and rosemary — no shortcuts, no shortcuts needed. The apple cider vinegar added at the start helps draw minerals from the bones, giving the broth a subtle depth that store-bought stock simply can't match. Carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and celery keep the vegetable lineup straightforward and gentle on a sensitive gut, with no high-fructose ingredients hiding anywhere in the pot. Straining the broth before adding the vegetables is a small step that makes a big difference, producing a clean, clear base that feels as restorative as it tastes. Managing fructose intake often means scanning every label for sneaky sweeteners or fruit-derived additives, and this recipe sidesteps all of that by relying entirely on whole, unprocessed ingredients you can see and recognize. The shredded chicken folds back into the broth tender and satisfying, making each bowl feel genuinely substantial rather than like a compromise. It's the kind of soup you'll want simmering on the stove on a slow weekend afternoon, filling the kitchen with an aroma that promises exactly what it delivers.
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Place the chicken pieces in a large 6–8 qt stockpot and cover with 8 cups of cold water. Add the apple cider vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Skim off any gray foam that rises to the surface during the first 10 minutes.
Once the broth is clear and the foam has been skimmed, add the thyme sprigs and rosemary sprigs. Partially cover the pot and simmer gently for 1 hour 30 minutes — do not exceed 2 hours 30 minutes total simmer time.
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