Oh-So-Good Chicken Vegetable Soup

Instructions

1. 01

   Place water and chicken thighs in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer until chicken is tender, about 30 minutes. Occasionally skim off scum as it forms.

2. 02

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots and onion; cook and stir until begin to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and salt; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. 03

   Transfer carrot-onion mixture to the pot; add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover pot, leaving lid slightly ajar; simmer at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. Remove from heat.

4. 04

   Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Remove skin, bones, and cartilage; discard. Shred chicken meat using 2 forks; add to the pot. Stir in broccoli, zucchini, and cauliflower. Increase heat to medium-high heat; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; simmer until vegetables are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.