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Leftover Roasted Chicken Curry Soup

5 from 4 votes
Turn your leftover roasted chicken into a delightful Indian-inspired twist on classic chicken noodle soup with our flavorful Leftover Roasted Chicken Curry Soup.
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:4 hours
8 hours
Total Time:4 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Fall, winter
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Healthy
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 128kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken carcass bones
  • 1-2 cups shredded chicken cooked
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 cup cooked basmati rice
  • 1-2 tbsp curry powder (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Water for broth (approximately 8-10 cups)
  • 1 cup frozen peas for added vegetables optional

Instructions

Prepare the Broth

  • Place the leftover roasted chicken carcass in a large stockpot. Add enough water to the pot to make about 8-10 cups of broth.
    1 whole chicken carcass bones, Water for broth (approximately 8-10 cups)
  • Place the pot on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 4 to 8 hours. This will infuse the broth with chicken flavors. Skim any foam that rises to the surface.
  • After simmering, strain the chicken broth through a fine-mesh strainer into another large pot or bowl. Discard the chicken bones and any solids.

Roast the Vegetables

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • On a baking sheet, combine chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Drizzle with a bit of oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables develop a nice roasted color.
    1 large onion, 3 carrots, 3 celery stalks, Salt and pepper to taste

Prepare the Soup

  • Stir in the pre-cooked basmati rice, shredded chicken, curry powder, and the roasted vegetables to the simmering soup. Let it heat through for about 5 minutes.
    1 cup cooked basmati rice, 1-2 tbsp curry powder, 1-2 cups shredded chicken
  • If desired, add frozen peas during the last few minutes of cooking to add extra color and flavor.
    1 cup frozen peas for added vegetables
  • Stir in the chopped fresh parsley to add a burst of freshness and color to your soup.
    1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • Ladle the chicken curry soup into bowls and enjoy your flavorful Leftover Roasted Chicken Curry Soup with the delightful Indian twist!

Nutrition

Serving: 6servings | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 703mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.2mg