Paleo Chicken Soup with Rice
Cozy up with a steaming bowl of Paleo Chicken Soup with Cauliflower Rice—a wholesome, nutrient-packed twist on classic comfort food. This hearty soup features tender bone-in chicken thighs, a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and the subtle aromatics of thyme, parsley, and bay leaves. Instead of traditional rice, this paleo-friendly recipe swaps in cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative that’s just as satisfying. A touch of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors, while the chicken broth creates a rich, warming base that’s perfect for chilly days. Ready in just an hour, this gluten-free and dairy-free soup is a nourishing meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 large, sliced carrots
- 2 sliced celery stalks
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery, cooking for another 3 minutes.
Step 4
Nestle the chicken thighs into the pot and pour in the chicken broth.
Step 5
Add the bay leaves, fresh thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and shred the meat, discarding the bones and skin. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Step 8
Stir in the cauliflower rice and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Step 9
Add lemon juice and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed.
Step 10
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Enjoy the soup hot!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3981.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2769.1 |
| Total Fat 185.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 810mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8058.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.5g | |
| Protein 200.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 621.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6342.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories