Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

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

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Warm up your day with this delightful Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup, a dish that's not only comforting but also a nourishing choice for lunch or dinner. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this soup is an ideal option for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a hearty meal without compromise.

With a preparation time of only 40 minutes, you can whip up this delicious soup in no time, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or a leisurely weekend lunch with family and friends. Each serving is packed with only 157 calories, allowing you to savor every spoonful without the guilt. The savory combination of tender chicken, vibrant carrots, and crisp celery creates a flavor profile that is both satisfying and wholesome.

What’s truly special about this recipe is its enticing aroma, thanks to the fragrant garlic and the freshness of chopped parsley that adds a burst of color and flavor. The simplicity of the ingredients combines beautifully, creating a rich broth that envelops the chicken and vegetables in warmth and comfort. Whether you're feeling under the weather or just in need of some hearty goodness, this soup makes for a perfect meal any time of the year. Indulge in a bowl of this Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup and experience the incredible balance of flavors that will surely leave you craving more!

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