Mom's Dragon Soup

Warm up your soul with Mom's Dragon Soup, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that transforms simple pantry staples into a comforting culinary adventure. This vibrant soup features tender shredded chicken, nutrient-rich baby spinach, and smoky fire-roasted diced tomatoes, all brought together in a savory broth infused with soy sauce, smoked paprika, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a fiery kick. Packed with wholesome veggies like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, and paired with your choice of rice or noodles, this one-pot wonder is as nourishing as it is delicious. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and optional cilantro for a bright, zesty touch, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Ready in just one hour and serving six, this satisfying chicken soup recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 large, sliced carrots
• 3 chopped celery stalks
• 1 large, diced red bell pepper
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 14 ounces (1 can) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 2 cups cooked rice or noodles
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cut into wedges lime
• 0.25 cup, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the shredded chicken, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Mix well.

Step 6

Add the soy sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Stir in the baby spinach and cooked rice or noodles. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach has wilted and everything is heated through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot in bowls topped with fresh cilantro if desired, and a lime wedge on the side for a zesty finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3750.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2040.1

Total Fat 50.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 405.6mg	0%
Sodium 8248.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 195.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 766.9mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 5886.3mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 39.1%

Carbs: 38.5%