Description
This hearty chicken veggie soup (cozy one-pot dinner) delivers a warm, nourishing bowl packed with tender chicken thighs, carrots, potatoes, celery, peas, and fragrant herbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, the simple one‑pot method creates a flavorful broth that’s perfect for busy families. Each serving offers balanced protein, fiber, and comforting flavors, making it an ideal low‑calorie, high‑protein dinner that stores well for leftovers. Enjoy it hot on cool nights, sharing the aroma with family.!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs; brown on both sides, then remove and set aside.
- Add carrots, potatoes, and celery; stir in chicken broth, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a boil.
- Return chicken to the pot, reduce heat, and simmer 20‑25 minutes until cooked through. Shred chicken and stir in peas.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer broth
- use low‑sodium chicken broth and add a splash of smoked beef at the end. Soup freezes well for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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