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Veggie-up Chicken Soup
AmericanItalian

Veggie-up Chicken Soup

Golden broth simmers with tender vegetables in this nourishing bowl that brings together the best of Italian comfort and American heartiness. Packed with fresh zucchini, Swiss chard, and carrots, it's my go-to when the weather turns cool and you need something both satisfying and wholes...

By Chef Laura Bonicelli

chickensoupveggies

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

35 min

Servings

8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 clovesgarlic (minced)
  • 1 stalkcelery (diced)
  • 6 cupschicken stock (fat-free)
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled and diced)
  • 2 small zucchini (diced)
  • 2 cupsshredded cabbage
  • 2 cupschopped Swiss chard
  • 2 cupssmall cauliflower florets
  • 2 cupssmall broccoli florets
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 cubed chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoonsfresh chives, parsley, or tarragon
  • 1 teaspoonKosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (serves 8 servings)

Calories140
Total Fat3g
Cholesterol23mg
Sodium701mg
Total Carbohydrates15g
Dietary Fiber3g
Sugars7g
Protein13g

* Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a medium-sized pot over medium heat and spray with canola cooking spray. Saute the onion until translucent, about . Add in the garlic and celery and saute for an additional minute.

  2. 2

    Add in the stock, vegetables, and chicken. Cover the pot and simmer for . Uncover the pot and simmer for an additional .

  3. 3

    Stir in the herbs, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Chef's Notes

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