Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Soup
Warm up with a bowl of Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Soup, a wholesome and comforting recipe that delivers all the nostalgic flavors of traditional chicken soup without any dairy. Perfect for those seeking a lighter twist on a classic, this recipe features tender shredded chicken, aromatic garlic, and a medley of fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and onion. A splash of lemon juice adds a zestful brightness, while thyme and parsley infuse the broth with herby depth. Ready in under an hour, this gluten-free and dairy-free soup is ideal for busy weeknights or soothing cold-season cravings. Perfectly seasoned and brimming with healthful ingredients, it’s a cozy dish made to nourish and delight the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the sliced carrots and celery, and sauté for another 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Place the whole chicken breast in the pot, then pour in the chicken broth.
Add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Add the chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to taste, and stir well.
Simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the lemon juice just before serving for a fresh, bright flavor.
Remove the bay leaf, serve hot, and enjoy your dairy-free classic chicken soup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3490 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 161.7 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2384 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
