Paleo Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup

Warm your soul with this Paleo Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup, a wholesome twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with tender, shredded chicken thighs, vibrant veggies, and nutrient-rich zucchini noodles, this low-carb, grain-free soup is perfect for cozy nights or meal prep. Infused with the earthy flavors of garlic, thyme, and bay leaf, and elevated with fresh parsley, it delivers all the nostalgia of traditional chicken soup while staying paleo-friendly. Ready in just over an hour, this easy recipe is both hearty and healthy, making it ideal for anyone seeking a comforting dish that's gluten-free, dairy-free, and bursting with flavor. Enjoy it piping hot, with a sprinkle of parsley for a fresh finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 3 medium, sliced into rounds carrots
• 3 medium, chopped celery stalks
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 large, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon, dried thyme
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.

Step 3

Add the carrot slices and chopped celery to the pot. Stir and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs into the pot, then pour in the chicken broth and water.

Step 5

Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 7

Remove the chicken thighs from the soup. Shred the meat using two forks, discarding the bones.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the soup.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh parsley, and allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the zucchini noodles are tender but not mushy.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4477.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2608.9

Total Fat 117.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 852.8mg	0%
Sodium 11900.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 69.6g
Protein 271.3g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 780.2mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 7427.2mg	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: 41.0%

Protein: 42.0%

Carbs: 16.9%