Húsleves (Hungarian Chicken Soup)
A clear golden chicken soup with carrots, parsnip and a hint of paprika, served with thin noodles.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.52 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the chicken, onions, peppercorns and water in a large pot. Bring slowly to the boil and skim off the grey foam.
- 2
Simmer very gently for 45 minutes. Add the carrots, parsnips, celery, salt and paprika.
45 min - 3
Cook for a further 30 minutes until the chicken falls off the bone.
30 min - 4
Lift out the chicken, pull off the meat and shred it. Discard the skin and bones.
- 5
Cook the noodles in the soup for 4 minutes.
4 min - 6
Return the chicken to the pot, scatter with parsley and serve piping hot.
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