Classic American Chicken Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish