Low Fat Homemade Chicken Vegetable Soup
Warm your soul with this comforting Low Fat Homemade Chicken Vegetable Soup, a wholesome and flavorful dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Packed with tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables like zucchini, carrots, celery, and baby spinach, and perfectly seasoned with thyme, oregano, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this soup is a guilt-free indulgence. Made with low-sodium chicken broth and olive oil for lighter fare, it’s ideal for anyone seeking a healthier meal option without sacrificing taste. With easy-to-follow instructions and a cook time of just 30 minutes, this hearty, low-calorie soup is perfect for a quick family dinner, meal prep, or to warm up on a chilly evening. Bursting with fresh, homemade goodness, it’s a must-try recipe that proves eating healthy can be utterly satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 cup celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Place the chicken breast in the pot and pour in the chicken broth.
Stir in the thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the diced zucchini.
Simmer for another 10 minutes, until the zucchini is tender.
Add the baby spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until wilted.
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, and enjoy your low fat homemade chicken vegetable soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.1 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 5218 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 162.0 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2794 mg | 59% | |
*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.
