Easy High Protein Soup Recipe with Chicken and Veggies: Nourishing Pot of Comfort and Strength
A clean, hearty, and protein-rich chicken and vegetable soup made with lean chicken breast, vibrant veggies, and flavorful broth. Perfect for meal prep or clean eating.
Ingredients
1½ lbs boneless chicken breast, cubed
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 zucchini, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2–3 cups baby spinach or chopped kale
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley and lemon juice, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in large pot. Sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes.
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Add carrots and celery, cook 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in chicken, broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15–18 minutes.
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Add zucchini and bell pepper. Simmer another 10–12 minutes.
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Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
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Finish with lemon juice and parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Use cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
Add quinoa or brown rice for extra carbs.
Omit yogurt for dairy-free version.