High Protein Classic Chicken Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with nutrients, this High Protein Classic Chicken Soup takes your favorite homestyle recipe to the next level. Perfect for meal prep or as a cozy dinner, this protein-rich soup combines tender, seared chicken breast pieces with wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, simmered in a savory chicken broth infused with aromatic herbs such as thyme and oregano. A generous helping of noodles or pasta adds a hearty touch, making it a satisfying one-pot meal. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, this recipe delivers a balance of flavor and nutrition, ideal for boosting energy on chilly days or recovering after a workout. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of brightness, this high-protein soup is pure comfort in a bowl.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 large carrots
• 3 stalks celery stalks
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 cup noodles or pasta

Directions

Step 1

Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds, slice the celery, and dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring it to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the browned chicken back into the pot along with bay leaves, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Add the noodles or pasta to the soup and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the pasta is tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves from the soup before serving.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2936.3 grams (2936.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1394

Total Fat 44.00g	56%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 296mg	99%
Sodium 7273mg	316%
Total Carbohydrate 95.70g	35%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 149.40g	299%

Vitamin D 17IU	87%
Calcium 393mg	30%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 3737mg	80%

*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: 28.8%

Protein: 43.4%

Carbs: 27.8%