Ingredients for Basil Chicken Soup
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- salt and pepper, to taste
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How to Make Basil Chicken Soup
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a 2-3 quart pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Add 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced, and 1 cup of chopped carrots.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Add 2 cups of cooked chicken, shredded or diced.
- Cover and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or just until the chicken is heated through.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and serve with grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
58 g
Sugar
19g
Fat
26g
Carbs
8g
