Description

This nourishing soup combines lean chicken, colorful vegetables, and fragrant herbs in a light broth for a comforting and cleansing meal. Perfect for a healthy reset or meal prep, it delivers balanced nutrition and flavor in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil

1 lb lean chicken breast cubed

1 medium yellow onion chopped

3 garlic cloves minced

1 tsp grated fresh ginger

2 celery stalks sliced

2 medium carrots sliced

1 medium zucchini diced

1 cup broccoli florets

1 cup chopped kale or spinach

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

sea salt to taste

black pepper to taste

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat and sauté onion garlic and ginger until fragrant

2. Add chicken pieces and sear until lightly browned

3. Stir in celery and carrots and cook for two minutes

4. Add zucchini and broccoli and stir to combine

5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to a simmer

6. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender

7. Stir in kale or spinach and lemon juice and cook until greens wilt

8. Season with salt pepper and parsley and serve warm

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: soup
Method: simmering
Cuisine: fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup

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