Ingredients

  • 4 c. chicken broth (add more if desired)
  • 2 c. chopped, cooked chicken
  • 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up
  • 1 tart apple, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 to 1 c. chopped onion (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 to 1 c. sliced carrots (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 to 1 c. sliced celery (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. parsley
  • 2 tsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. sugar (my kids like 2 tsp. instead)
  • 1 tsp. curry powder
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper

Method

  • In a 3-quart saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 20 to 30 minutes, until vegetables are cooked.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Remove cloves before serving.
  • Makes 6 to 8 servings.
  • Serve with crisp French bread or breadsticks, if desired.