Paleo Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, Paleo Classic Chicken Noodle Soup is a wholesome twist on the timeless classic. Loaded with tender shredded chicken, vibrant spiralized zucchini noodles, and aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, this gluten-free and grain-free recipe is perfect for those following a paleo lifestyle. A rich chicken broth base infused with garlic and freshly squeezed lemon juice creates a bright, savory flavor profile, while nutritious vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion add irresistible texture. Ready in just under an hour, this hearty soup is ideal for meal prepping or serving as a nourishing dinner on chilly nights. Whether you're seeking a healthy alternative or simply craving soul-soothing comfort food, this Paleo chicken soup recipe is sure to satisfy while keeping your diet on track.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, ground
- 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 cups zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Cook and stir for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
Add the chicken breasts to the pot. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
Remove the chicken breasts from the pot. Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot.
Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the soup and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the noodles are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice right before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Paleo Classic Chicken Noodle Soup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.7 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 7529 mg | 327% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 181.2 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 575 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 6250 mg | 133% | |
*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.
