Hearty Chicken and Veggie Soup

Warm, nourishing, and packed with flavor, this Hearty Chicken and Veggie Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days or when you crave a wholesome meal. Made with tender chicken breast, a medley of colorful vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell peppers, and infused with aromatic thyme and bay leaf, this one-pot wonder is as nutritious as it is delicious. Simmered in a rich chicken broth and finished with frozen peas and fresh parsley, every spoonful delivers a balanced combination of protein, veggies, and satisfying warmth. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, this gluten-free soup is perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week ahead. Serve it with crusty bread or on its own for a hearty, wholesome dish that will leave everyone wanting more!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, diced
• 3 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breast on both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the pot and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, and stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth, then add dried thyme and bay leaf.

Step 8

Return the chicken breast to the pot and bring the soup to a boil.

Step 9

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and return it to the soup.

Step 11

Stir in frozen peas and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf, then adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3103.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1360.4

Total Fat 46.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 8493.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 167.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436.5mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 4637.8mg	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: 30.1%

Protein: 48.7%

Carbs: 21.2%