Chicken Soup for the Lazy

Perfect for busy weeknights or when comfort food calls with minimal effort, "Chicken Soup for the Lazy" is the ultimate quick and hearty meal. This recipe uses pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, low-sodium chicken broth, and frozen mixed vegetables to deliver a cozy, home-cooked flavor in just 30 minutes. Seasoned with pantry staples like garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley, this one-pot wonder is customizable with optional egg noodles for an extra touch of heartiness. Ideal for a no-fuss dinner, this easy chicken soup is a lifesaver when time is short but craving something warm and delicious is a priority.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole Rotisserie chicken (pre-cooked)
• 6 cups Chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 2 cups Frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Egg noodles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by shredding the meat from the rotisserie chicken. Discard the skin and bones, and set the shredded chicken aside.

Step 2

2. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 3

3. Add the frozen mixed vegetables directly into the simmering broth. Stir to separate any clumps and let them cook for 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

4. Season the broth with garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

5. If using egg noodles, add them to the pot now and cook according to the package instructions (typically 8-10 minutes).

Step 6

6. Once the noodles and vegetables are cooked, add the shredded chicken to the soup and stir until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

7. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 8

8. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately. Enjoy your comforting and delicious chicken soup with minimal effort!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3050.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2520.5

Total Fat 117.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 658.4mg	0%
Sodium 6434.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 194.9g	0%

Vitamin D 71.4IU	0%
Calcium 315.2mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 3001.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 22.5%