Description
This Hearty Chicken Veggie Soup is the perfect cozy meal—loaded with shredded chicken, chunky vegetables, and warming broth. Ideal for chilly days or when you need feel-good comfort in a bowl.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
1/3 cup ditalini or elbow pasta
4 cups chicken broth
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 tsp paprika (optional for kick)
1 cup water (to adjust broth thickness if needed)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic for 2–3 minutes.
2. Add carrots, celery, bell pepper, and potatoes. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and seasonings. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer 10–12 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Add shredded chicken and pasta. Simmer 8–10 minutes until pasta is cooked.
6. Adjust broth with water if needed. Taste and correct seasoning.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Add pasta near the end to avoid overcooking.
Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
Store without pasta if freezing.
Add leafy greens like spinach in the last 2 minutes for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken soup, vegetable soup, hearty chicken soup, comforting dinner