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Healthy chicken and vegetable soup served in a bowl with fresh herbs

Healthy Chicken and Vegetable Soup

A comforting and nutritious chicken and vegetable soup that's easy to prepare and perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 pieces carrots, sliced
  • 2 pieces potatoes, diced
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed (optional) Add for extra nutrition

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  2. Toss in the diced chicken and cook until it’s nicely browned.
  3. Stir in the carrots, potatoes, and any additional vegetables you fancy.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the veggies are tender.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For a quicker option, consider using rotisserie chicken. Feel free to add any leftover vegetables to the soup for extra flavor and nutrition. If making vegan, replace chicken with chickpeas or tofu and use vegetable broth.