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.
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