High Protein Chicken Soup with Rice
Warm up with this hearty and nutritious **High Protein Chicken Soup with Rice**, a comforting bowl of goodness that's as satisfying as it is healthy. Packed with tender chunks of lean chicken breast, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, and the wholesome texture of long-grain rice, this protein-packed soup is a perfect one-pot meal for the entire family. Infused with the earthy aromas of dried thyme, parsley, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, the broth is rich, zesty, and flavorful. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a nourishing option to fuel your day, this easy-to-make soup comes together in under an hour, making it a go-to for any busy home cook. Perfect for meal prep, high-protein diets, or anyone craving a warm, balanced meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 liters chicken broth
- 500 ml water
- 150 g long grain rice
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 100 g fresh spinach leaves
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the diced carrots and sliced celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Pour in the chicken broth and water, stir to combine.
Add the cut chicken pieces, long grain rice, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot.
Bring everything to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, covering the pot and allowing the soup to simmer for 25 minutes.
Check if the rice and chicken pieces are cooked through. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove the bay leaf, then stir in the fresh spinach leaves, allowing them to wilt into the hot soup.
Finally, add the juice of one lemon to bring a fresh zing to the broth.
Serve the high protein chicken soup hot in bowls and enjoy a nutritious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 6599 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 197.1 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 4521 mg | 96% | |
*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.
