Savory Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Rice and Garlic and Herbs

This Savory Chicken and Vegetable Soup combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs for a comforting low-carb meal. It's a delightful blend of flavors that warms the soul while being healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast, diced - 200 grams
• Carrot, diced - 1 medium
• Celery, diced - 1 stalk
• Zucchini, diced - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 4 cloves
• Onion, chopped - 1 small
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Cooked cauliflower rice - 1 cup

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced carrot, celery, and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Stir in the cooked cauliflower rice and chopped parsley, cooking for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

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