High Protein Chicken Soup
This nourishing high protein chicken soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings or busy weeknights. Packed with tender chicken breast, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, each bowl provides a delicious hug for your soul. With its rich flavor and satisfying texture, this recipe not only warms you up but also delivers essential nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (2 minutes). Add carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken breasts and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot along with thyme and black pepper.
- Simmer on low for an additional 10 minutes to meld flavors. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg