PCOS Friendly Healing Chicken & Root Vegetable Soup
There is something deeply restorative about a pot of soup that has been simmering low and slow, and this one delivers on every level. Bone-in chicken pieces build a rich, collagen-forward broth that is genuinely nourishing, while the apple cider vinegar helps draw out minerals during the long simmer — a small step that makes a real difference. Carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and celery bring natural sweetness and fiber without spiking blood sugar the way refined starches can, which is exactly what makes this kind of bowl such a smart choice for managing hormonal balance. The fresh thyme and rosemary do double duty, adding an earthy, aromatic depth while also offering anti-inflammatory properties that align well with a hormone-supportive way of eating. Everything here is whole, unprocessed, and straightforward — no packaged broth with hidden additives, no inflammatory oils, just clean ingredients doing honest work. A handful of fresh parsley stirred in at the end brightens the whole pot and adds a little extra nutritional punch. Make a big batch, because this one only gets better the next day.
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4 servings
For the broth
- 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs and/or drumsticks), fresh or freshly thawed
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
For the soup
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium sweet potato (about 8 oz), peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 3 stalks celery, sliced ½-inch thick
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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