No Noodle Chicken Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of No Noodle Chicken Soup, a wholesome and low-carb twist on traditional chicken soup. Packed with tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables like zucchini, carrots, celery, and spinach, all simmered in a fragrant chicken broth infused with fresh thyme and parsley, this recipe is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Perfect for those following gluten-free, paleo, or keto lifestyles, this hearty soup comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or meal prep option. Enjoy a satisfying, noodle-free alternative that doesn’t skimp on classic comfort and vibrant taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 3 medium, peeled and sliced Carrots
• 3 medium, sliced Celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced Zucchini
• 2 boneless, skinless Chicken breasts
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 1 Bay leaf
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups, fresh Spinach

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the carrots and celery to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the diced zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Place the chicken breasts in the pot and pour in the chicken broth.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.

Step 10

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaf and thyme sprigs.

Step 12

Add the fresh spinach and chopped parsley, stirring until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.

Step 13

Taste and adjust seasonings with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 14

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3588.3 grams (3588.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1300

Total Fat 43.40g	56%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 286mg	95%
Sodium 9686mg	421%
Total Carbohydrate 79.40g	29%
Dietary Fiber 22.60g	81%
Total Sugars 45.10g
Protein 145.50g	291%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 672mg	52%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 5101mg	109%

*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: 30.3%

Protein: 45.1%

Carbs: 24.6%