Whole30 Hearty Chicken and Veggie Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, this Whole30 Hearty Chicken and Veggie Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal designed for healthy eating without sacrificing flavor. Tender chicken, vibrant fresh vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and spinach, and a rich, savory broth come together effortlessly in just under an hour. Seasoned with aromatic thyme, garlic, and fresh parsley, this soup is wholesome and satisfying, perfect as a weeknight dinner or for meal prepping your Whole30 journey. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with protein and vitamins, this hearty soup combines simplicity and nourishment, leaving you feeling full and energized. Serve it piping hot for a cozy, guilt-free meal that the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 3 medium, sliced carrots
• 3 sliced celery stalks
• 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
• 1 medium, chopped zucchini
• 1 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz), undrained diced tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon, dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon, fresh, chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper
• 2 cups, fresh spinach

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Push the veggies to the side and add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is lightly browned.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the chicken to cook through.

Step 8

Add the fresh spinach to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your Whole30 compliant hearty chicken and veggie soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4243.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601.7

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 10225.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 184.3g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 851.6mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 7338.4mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 46.2%

Carbs: 26.1%