What’s more comforting this time of year than a warm bowl of homemade chicken soup? Not the stuff from a can – We’re talking about steaming, fragrant soup that starts with real vegetables and wholesome chicken. Not only is a bowl of this soup delicious and soul tickling, it’s also a great, light meal to keep you on track with your fitness and fat loss goals!
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This chicken soup recipe is made without added carbs like noodles or potatoes. It’s filled with fiber, protein and lots of delicious flavor. Enjoy this on a cold winter day!
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What you need
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Serves 8 ✓1 Tablespoon coconut oil
✓1 medium organic yellow onion, chopped
✓3 carrots, grated
✓2 celery stalks, finely chopped
✓1 Tablespoon curry powder
✓2 garlic cloves, crushed
✓2 quarts chicken broth
✓3 cups diced roasted chicken
✓1 bay leaf
✓1 organic apple, chopped
✓dash of salt and pepper
✓1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
✓zest from 1 lemon
✓2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
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Instructions.
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1.In a large pot, over medium heat, melt the coconut oil and add the onion, carrots and celery. After 5 minutes add the garlic and curry powder.
2. After a couple minutes add the chicken broth, chicken, bay leaf, apple, pepper, thyme, and lemon zest. Stir well. Bring to a simmer and cook for 40 minutes.
3. Stir in the coconut milk, and some salt if desired, remove the bay leaf and serve
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