Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup
40 min.
6
157kcal

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Warm your soul with a bowl of Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup, a delightful dish that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with flavor and nutrition. This delightful recipe is perfect for those chilly evenings, offering comfort with every spoonful. With tender pieces of skinless boneless chicken breasts, vibrant carrots, crisp celery, and aromatic herbs, this soup embodies the essence of wholesome home cooking.

In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves six, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or lunch with friends. Imagine the inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen as you sauté onions and garlic, setting the stage for a nourishing experience. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural flavors to shine through, while the combination of spices adds just the right amount of warmth.

This Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup is more than just a meal; it's an experience that brings people together around the table. Whether you're seeking a fulfilling lunch, a light dinner, or a cozy meal to warm you up, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. So grab your pot and frying pan, and get ready to create a comforting, delicious soup that your taste buds will thank you for!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • medium carrots 
  • slices celery stalks 
  • 1.8 cups chicken broth 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh finely chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • medium onion chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring water and broth to a simmer in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan.
  2. Add chicken and simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes.
  3. Remove pan from heat and cover, then let stand until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer chicken to a plate and cool 10 minutes. Reserve poaching liquid, uncovered.
  5. While chicken is poaching, cook onion in oil in a 4-quart heavy pot, covered, over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 6 minutes.
  6. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  7. Add carrots, celery, salt, and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  8. Add poaching liquid and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. While vegetables are cooking, shred chicken into 1/4-inch-wide strips (about 1 inch long). When vegetables are done simmering, stir chicken into soup along with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories157kcal
Protein44.06%
Fat39.87%
Carbs16.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.31
Glycemic Load
1.75
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.095217362694%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.33mg
Quercetin
3.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:157.28kcal
7.86%
Fat:6.91g
10.62%
Saturated Fat:1.11g
6.92%
Carbohydrates:6.27g
2.09%
Net Carbohydrates:4.71g
1.71%
Sugar:3.03g
3.36%
Cholesterol:49.75mg
16.58%
Sodium:767.83mg
33.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.17g
34.34%
Vitamin A:6988.67IU
139.77%
Vitamin B3:8.49mg
42.44%
Vitamin K:41.44µg
39.47%
Selenium:24.68µg
35.25%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.64%
Phosphorus:183.19mg
18.32%
Potassium:464.14mg
13.26%
Vitamin B5:1.23mg
12.3%
Vitamin C:7.49mg
9.08%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.67%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.55%
Magnesium:29.95mg
7.49%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.41%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.73%
Fiber:1.55g
6.21%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.4%
Copper:0.09mg
4.37%
Folate:17.42µg
4.36%
Iron:0.66mg
3.66%
Calcium:33.34mg
3.33%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.75%
Source:Epicurious