Description
Creamy protein soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or unexpected guests. This delightful dish combines tender chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and rich cream to create a warm, nourishing meal that satisfies both body and soul. With its velvety texture and customizable flavors, this soup is not just a recipe; it’s an experience that brings loved ones together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup white beans or chickpeas for extra protein
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop vegetables into small pieces.
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts to the pot, cooking until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Stir in heavy cream and let simmer on low heat for an additional 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Shred the chicken into the soup using two forks and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or fresh herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg