Best 5 Lower Fat Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our lower-fat chicken vegetable soup, a wholesome and flavorful dish that caters to health-conscious individuals without compromising on taste. This nutritious soup is brimming with an array of fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a savory broth that will warm your soul on chilly days. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the depths of flavor in this guilt-free delight, featuring three enticing variations: the classic chicken vegetable soup, a vibrant Italian-inspired version, and an Asian-infused delight. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this comforting classic, ensuring that there's something to tantalize every palate.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Perfect for chilly nights or lazy afternoons, chicken vegetable soup is the ultimate go-to comfort food!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Chicken     Main Course     Side Dish     Slow Cooker     Soup

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 onion (diced)
2 tablespoons butter
2 potatoes ( peeled and cut into 1/2" cubes)
1 tablespoon flour
4 cups chicken broth
14 ½ ounces can diced tomatoes (with juices)
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (defrosted)
2 cups cooked chicken
2 teaspoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook onion in butter over medium heat until it starts to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Add potatoes and cook an additional 3-4 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute more.
  • Add broth, tomatoes and seasonings. Simmer 12 minutes or until potatoes are softened.
  • Stir in vegetables and chicken. Simmer 5 minutes more.
  • Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 1153 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW-CARB CHICKEN-VEGETABLE SOUP



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I wanted to make a simple chicken soup without noodles or rice that was low-carb, healthy, and delicious! Use this as a base and add your own take on spices and veggies.

Provided by Vanessa Punnett Lucas

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups water
2 cups chicken stock
4 medium celery stalks, sliced
3 medium carrots, sliced
½ cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon ground thyme
½ teaspoon paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
1 pound chopped cooked chicken
4 cups sliced yellow squash

Steps:

  • Combine water, stock, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, parsley, thyme, paprika, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf in a pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until vegetables are soft, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Add cooked chicken and squash to the pot and simmer until squash is tender, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 350.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

LOWER SODIUM CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Not only is this recipe extremely low in fat, but it's as convenient as it is delicious. Chock-full of corn, lentils and tender chunks of chicken, the thick satisfying soup simmers to a heartwarming perfection in the slow cooker.-Connie Thomas, Jensen, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h5m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups reduced-fat reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup frozen corn
2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried marjoram

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP LOW CARB/LOW FAT



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This soup is so tasty and good for you! Have as little or as much as you like! It is perfect for filling you up before your small meal of healthy stuff! I used this soup for colds/flus and even for dieting!!

Provided by limecat

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

500 g skinless chicken breasts
3 carrots, chopped
4 celery, chopped
1 parsnip, chopped
1 leek, chopped
1 cup green beans, chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped finely
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 -4 tablespoons chicken stock
8 cups water
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil.
  • In the meantime, cut up all the vegetables into small cubes.
  • Cut the chicken into 1cm cubes.
  • Add the vegetables and garlic and stock and boil on high heat for 5 minutes, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add chicken and bring to boil for 2 minutes, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or longer.
  • Soup is ready when all ingredients have sunk to the bottom!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.4, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 40.2, Sodium 123, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.4, Protein 14.2

QUICK VEGETABLE SOUP



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While I enjoyed making soup from scratch, time doesn't often allow me to spend hours in the kitchen. This fast soup gets a head start from frozen vegetables and leftover meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 quart chicken broth or stock
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped cabbage
1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash sugar
1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup leftover cubed cooked chicken or beef roast

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, tomatoes, onion, cabbage, vegetables and seasonings to a boil. Add macaroni; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Add meat; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • For a vegan version of this soup, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the chicken.
  • To reduce the cooking time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • Add any vegetables you like to this soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, potatoes, and green beans.
  • To make the soup creamier, puree some of the vegetables before adding them to the soup.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This lower-fat chicken vegetable soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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