Healthy Chicken Vegetable Soup with Broccoli and Carrots

Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup is a warm, nourishing meal packed with tender shredded chicken, colorful vegetables, and flavorful broth. Every spoonful

Equipment

• Large Soup Pot or Dutch Oven — Provides even heat distribution.
• Cutting Board — Makes vegetable preparation easier.
• Sharp Knife — Allows efficient chopping.
• Wooden Spoon — Ideal for stirring ingredients.
• Ladle — Makes serving simple and mess-free.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon turmeric (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups spinach or kale

Optional Garnish

• Fresh parsley
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Sauté the Vegetables

1. Heat Level: Medium heat
2. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot.
3. Add:
4. Onion
5. Celery
6. Carrots
7. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.

2. Add Garlic

1. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Build the Broth

1. Add:
2. Chicken broth
3. Diced tomatoes
4. Thyme
5. Italian seasoning
6. Turmeric
7. Salt
8. Pepper
9. Bring to a gentle boil.

4. Simmer

1. Heat Level: Medium-low
2. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes .

5. Add Chicken and Broccoli

1. Stir in:
2. Shredded chicken
3. Broccoli florets
4. Cook for 8–10 minutes .

6. Add Greens

1. Stir in spinach or kale.
2. Cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted.

Timing

1. Vegetable sauté: 6 minutes
2. Broth simmer: 15 minutes
3. Final cooking: 12 minutes

Texture & Visual Cues

1. Broccoli should be tender-crisp.
2. Chicken should remain moist and tender.
3. Greens should be wilted but vibrant.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers promptly. Freeze in portion-sized containers for convenient meals. Rotisserie chicken works wonderfully. Add zucchini, green beans, or cauliflower for extra vegetables. Contains no gluten unless using a broth containing gluten additives. Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 240 · Protein: 29g · Fat: s 8g Cholesterol 65mg · Carbohydrates: 12g · Fiber: 3g · Sugar: 5g · Sodium: 620mg