Ingredients for Chicken Diet Soup
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, diced
- 2 medium leeks, white and light green parts, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh gingerroot, grated
- 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce, to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 fresh jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon hot chili oil
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, for serving
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 3 green onions, chopped
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How to Make Chicken Diet Soup
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add carrots and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, diced chicken, and seasonings (salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add zucchini, spinach, and chopped green onions. Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy! This soup is even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prepping.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
30 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
0g
Carbs
1g