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High-Protein Chicken Noodle Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups high-protein noodles chickpea, lentil, or whole wheat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or ladle
  • Tongs or fork
  • Small bowl (for shredding chicken)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add carrots and celery, stirring well, and cook for another 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and water, stirring to combine.
  6. Add chicken breasts, thyme, parsley, black pepper, salt, bay leaf, and turmeric.
  7. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
  8. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked.
  9. Remove chicken breasts and place them in a bowl.
  10. Shred the chicken using forks and return it to the pot.
  11. Add high-protein noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually 7–9 minutes.
  12. Stir in lemon juice if using and adjust seasoning as needed.
  13. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Facts and Total Calories (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~380 kcal
  • Protein: ~38 grams
  • Carbohydrates: ~32 grams
  • Fat: ~8 grams
  • Fiber: ~5 grams
  • Sodium: ~480 mg
Values may vary based on ingredients used.