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A bowl of easy healthy chicken broccoli soup garnished with herbs.

Easy Healthy Chicken Broccoli Soup

A light yet comforting bowl of homemade chicken broccoli soup that celebrates seasonal ingredients and wholesome protein, perfect for weeknight dinners or light lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover roasted chicken or store-bought rotisserie chicken.
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk (or cream for richness) For a lighter version, use low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat 1–2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Add the shredded chicken and broccoli florets to the pot. Toss them briefly with the sautéed onions.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
  5. Stir in the milk (or cream), and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through gently.
  6. If you prefer a thicker soup, use an immersion blender to puree a portion or all of the soup.
  7. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

For variations, consider roasting the broccoli first for added flavor. You can also transform it into a one-pot meal by adding cooked pasta during the last minutes of simmering.