Heart-Healthy Bouillon de Poulet

Warm your soul and nourish your body with this hearty and wholesome Heart-Healthy Bouillon de Poulet. This French-inspired chicken broth is designed with your well-being in mind, featuring lean boneless, skinless chicken breast, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and leeks, and fragrant additions of thyme, bay leaves, and garlic. Simmered gently in low-sodium chicken broth and water, the result is a light yet flavorful soup that is low in sodium but rich in comforting aromas. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow simmering process that infuses every ingredient with depth, this clean-eating recipe is perfect for meal prep, detox days, or a cozy dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley and bursting with nutrient-packed ingredients, this bouillon is an ideal choice for a heart-healthy lifestyle without compromising on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 medium leek
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 bunch, for garnish flat-leaf parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Peel and slice the carrots into 1/4-inch rounds. Trim and chop the celery into similar-sized pieces. Wash, trim, and slice the leek; use only the white and light green parts.

Step 2

Crush the garlic cloves with the side of a knife and remove the skins.

Step 3

Season the chicken breast lightly with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper.

Step 4

In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden but not cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Step 5

To the same pot, add the carrots, celery, leek, and garlic. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Add the seared chicken breast back into the pot along with the bay leaves, thyme sprigs, and peppercorns.

Step 7

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and additional water. Stir gently to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 9

Allow the broth to simmer gently for 45 minutes. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.

Step 10

After cooking, remove the chicken breast and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with a small additional amount of salt if necessary.

Step 12

Serve the bouillon hot, garnished with fresh parsley leaves for added flavor and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3244.1 grams (3244.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1184

Total Fat 38.10g	49%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g
Cholesterol 387mg	129%
Sodium 2451mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 45.00g	16%
Dietary Fiber 10.00g	36%
Total Sugars 20.40g
Protein 162.60g	325%

Vitamin D 23IU	114%
Calcium 526mg	40%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2701mg	57%

*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: 29.2%

Protein: 55.4%

Carbs: 15.3%