Simple Chicken and Oat Groat Soup

Warm up your soul with this hearty and nutritious Simple Chicken and Oat Groat Soup, a cozy one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, earthy oat groats, and a medley of aromatic vegetables. Perfectly seasoned with fresh thyme, garlic, and a hint of black pepper, this soup boasts rich, comforting flavors while providing wholesome nourishment. The oat groats add a unique chewiness, making it a satisfying alternative to traditional rice or barley soups. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner or meal-prep option. Garnished with fresh parsley, this gluten-free soup is a deliciously rustic way to stay warm and healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup oat groats
• 2 medium carrot
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the oat groats under cold water and set them aside to drain.

Step 2

Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Peel and chop the carrot into small pieces. Chop the celery and onion into small dice. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the oat groats and toast them lightly for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken pieces to the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer the soup for 40 minutes, or until the oat groats are tender and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2866.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2013.2

Total Fat 58.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 7199.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 177.5g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 441.8mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 4269.9mg	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: 26.0%

Protein: 35.4%

Carbs: 38.5%