Delicious Keto Chicken Soup

Embrace the coziness of home-cooked comfort with our Keto Chicken Soup. This recipe brings together tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a hearty, low-carb broth that warms you from the inside out. It's a simple, wholesome choice for anyone on a keto journey seeking a comforting meal. Within minutes, you'll have a pot of nutritious soup simmering on your stove, ready to be enjoyed with every nourishing spoonful.

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped (optional, as carrots are higher in carbs)

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)

• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

• 8 cups chicken broth (unsalted or low sodium)

• 2 chicken breasts or 3-4 thighs (about 1 to 1.5 pounds), cooked and shredded

• 1 bay leaf

• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

• Prepare your vegetables by washing and chopping them.
  

• If you haven't already, cook and shred your chicken breasts. You can do this by boiling them in water or broth until they are fully cooked (about 20-25 minutes), then shredding them with two forks.

2. Cook Vegetables:

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  

• Add the onions, celery, and carrots (if using) to the pot, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  

• Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper, and continue to cook for another minute until the garlic is fragrant.

3. Add Broth and Chicken:

• Pour the chicken broth into the pot, and bring the mixture to a boil.
  

• Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer, and add the shredded chicken to the pot. Let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes or longer to allow the flavors to meld together. Note: The longer you can allow your soup to simmer, the better it will be - but you may need more broth if you plan to simmer for longer.
  

4. Adjust Seasonings:

• Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper to your liking.

• Remove bay leaf

5. Serve:

• Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
  

6. Storage:

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3-4 months.

Enjoy your comforting bowl of Keto Chicken Soup and let us know what you thought by leaving a rating and review! This recipe is quite flexible, so feel free to add other keto-friendly vegetables or herbs to suit your taste.