Mix 6 Tablespoons of chicken base with 4 quarts of hot water and add to pot.
Add everything else except the chicken to the pot.
Slowly bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 30-45 minutes, until the veggies are almost soft.
Important: Taste it. If it doesn’t taste 'chicken-y' enough, add more chicken base. If it’s not salty enough, add salt.
Add the chicken and cook until the internal temperature of the chicken is about 190°F on an instant-read thermometer.
Add pepper to taste. It takes quite a bit of pepper. Could easily be 2 tsp or more.
Optional, but worth the time: Chill overnight and remove fat from surface of soup.
Serve with Matzo Balls, noodles or dumplings. When reheating, use medium low heat and do not boil.
