Low Fat Spicy Chicken Soup

Warm up your weeknight dinners with this Low Fat Spicy Chicken Soup, a wholesome and flavorful bowl that's both nourishing and easy to prepare. Packed with lean boneless chicken breast, fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and jalapeño, and bold spices such as cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, this soup delivers a tantalizing kick while staying low in fat and calories. A base of low-sodium chicken broth and crushed tomatoes keeps it light yet hearty, making it the perfect guilt-free comfort food. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy nights and can be garnished with fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime for extra brightness. Whether you're looking for a healthy meal prep idea or a cozy recipe to serve your loved ones, this spicy chicken soup is sure to satisfy without compromising on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 350 grams Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 medium Celery stalks, diced
• 400 grams Crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
• 1000 milliliters Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 pieces Fresh lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño to the pot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

While the soup base is heating, slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Add the chicken to the pot.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Optionally garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy this healthy, spicy chicken soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2264.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1047.1

Total Fat 30.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 297.5mg	0%
Sodium 1990.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.7g
Protein 126.9g	0%

Vitamin D 17.5IU	0%
Calcium 285.5mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2945.5mg	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: 25.9%

Protein: 47.3%

Carbs: 26.7%