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Chicken Noodle Soup
RATING
4.7/5(215)
TASTE SCORE
8/10
A lighter chicken noodle soup with shredded chicken, whole-grain pasta, carrots, celery, and herbs in plain water — no broth, low sodium.
SERVINGS
4
INGREDIENTS
For 4 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
248
248
CALORIES · 1 CUP
Protein30g · 48%
Carbs18g · 29%
Fat6g · 22%
Fiber3g
Sugar4g
Saturated fat1g
Cholesterol74mg
Sodium140mg
Potassium518mg
Phosphorus256mg
METHOD · 4 STEPS
Sauté the vegetables and garlic.
- Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for 6 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Simmer the chicken and aromatics.
- Add the chicken, water, bay leaf, and thyme to the pot.
- Simmer for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Cook the pasta and season the soup.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add the pasta and cook for 8 minutes until al dente.
- Stir in the salt and black pepper.
Finish the soup with lemon and herbs.
- Remove the pot from the heat.
- Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley.
- Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
3 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Sauté the vegetables until they are very soft to release maximum flavor into the water-based broth.
- 2Always add the lemon juice at the very end to preserve its bright acidity and Vitamin C content.
- 3If meal-prepping, store the pasta separately from the liquid to prevent it from absorbing all the broth.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Why this is on our healthy list.
protein
Lean Muscle Support
Chicken breast provides high-quality protein for muscle maintenance.
heart
Heart Healthy Profile
Low sodium levels and unsaturated fats from olive oil support cardiovascular health.
energy
Sustained Energy
Whole-wheat pasta provides complex carbohydrates for steady blood sugar levels.
immunity
Immune Boosting Nutrients
Fresh garlic and parsley offer antioxidants and vitamins to support immunity.
QUESTIONS?
Frequently asked questions
Yes, this version uses lean chicken breast, whole-grain pasta, and water instead of high-sodium broth to support heart health.
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