Cozy Up with This Easy Chicken Soup Recipe for Any Day

This comforting chicken soup recipe is quick, healthy, and perfect for any chilly evening, making it a must-try meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 10

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

1 pound Chicken Fillets Substitute with chicken thighs or turkey for different flavors.
6 cups Chicken Stock Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.

For the Vegetables

2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic preferred.
1 medium Onion Chopped; shallots can be used for a milder taste.
2 large Carrots Chopped; frozen carrots can be used if fresh are unavailable.
2 stalks Celery Chopped; optional.
2 cups Green Beans Chopped; substitute with peas or corn.
1 large Red Bell Pepper Chopped; any color bell pepper works.
2 cups Cabbage Thinly sliced; use kale or spinach for a different green.
1 large Zucchini Chopped; substitute with yellow squash.

For Seasoning

1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Optional; can be replaced with tamari for gluten-free option.
Maggi Seasoning Optional; soy sauce is a good alternative.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

How to Make Chicken Soup

Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken fillets at the bottom of your slow cooker. On top, add all the chopped vegetables, except for the zucchini.
Add Stock: Pour the chicken stock over the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to suit your taste.
Cooking Time: For a multi-cooker, set it on low for 2 hours. For a traditional slow cooker, set it to low for 6-8 hours.
Add Zucchini: Halfway through cooking, stir in chopped zucchini and optional soy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for extra flavor and color. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5-6 days.

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