Keto Chicken Garlic Soup is a delicious and tasty soup. Make this soup with the addition of chicken, herbs, and garlic in the broth. Add the cheese and cream to provide the indulgent taste & smooth texture. This soup warms us on a cold night. Prepare this soup simply and quickly in only 40 minutes, so it gets prepared easily on busy weekdays. Serve this soup alone or with a keto bread slice for a filling meal. This soup contains only 4 g net carbs per portion.
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STATS:
- Caloric content: 310 kcal
- Time for prep: Ten minutes
- Portion size: One bowl
- Cooking duration: Twenty-five minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total duration: Thirty-five minutes
- Course: Soup
- Diet: Keto
- Serving: 4 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Large saucepan
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Ladle
INGREDIENTS:
- One tbsp. olive oil
- Four cloves of garlic
- 1 lb. chicken breast (boneless skinless)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- One cup of heavy cream
- Half a cup of Parmesan cheese
- One tsp. dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- One cup chopped spinach
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- One tbsp. lemon juice
INGREDIENT NOTES:
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil provides a smooth and indulgent base for the soup while also enhancing the flavor of the garlic and chicken.
GARLIC:
- Garlic is the main ingredient of this soup. Freshly minced garlic has a stronger bite, whereas roasted garlic adds sweetness. You can increase the amount to add a strong garlic taste.
CHICKEN BREAST:
- Chicken breast adds protein without fat content and makes the soup filling without adding carbs. Cook or shred rotisserie chicken for convenience.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- Chicken broth serves as the soup’s base, adding a rich, soothing taste. We use low-sodium containing broth, so it doesn’t make the soup salty. Utilize bone broth to add more nutrients.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream makes the creamy consistency & naturally thickens it. It combines seamlessly with the broth, creating a velvety texture.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan cheese imparts a nutty taste in baking, which accompanies the cream & garlic. Freshly grated cheese melts are better than pre-shredded cheese.
THYME:
- Dried thyme infuses earthy aromas that wonderfully complement the chicken and garlic.
BLACK PEPPER:
- Black pepper provides a little spice and improves the overall flavor. Freshly ground pepper produces a stronger aroma and sharp taste.
SALT:
- Salt enhances the natural tastes of the soup and balances its creaminess. Use pink or kosher salt for a gentler touch.
SPINACH:
- Spinach provides color, freshness, and nutrition without adding carbohydrates. It softens fast when stirred into boiling soup.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice adds brightness and balances the richness of cream and cheese. It gives a subtle tang that enhances the flavors.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the oil in the big pot on a medium setting. Include the minced garlic and simmer for one minute till it gets aromatic.
- Include the cubes of chicken and sauté for six to eight minutes till they get lightly browned.
- Pour the broth & boil it. Stir in the black pepper, salt, and thyme, and cook for ten minutes.
- Slow the flame and include Parmesan cheese and heavy cream in the sauce.
- Mix the sauce till the cheese melts and the texture gets smooth.
- Include the chopped spinach and simmer for another two minutes or till the spinach wilts.
- Drizzle some lemon juice and garnish with parmesan cheese & serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAD ALTERNATIVES:
- Keto garlic bread
- Almond flour biscuits
- Cloud bread
SIDE DISHES:
- Cauliflower rice
- Zucchini noodles
- Roasted broccoli
SALADS:
- Avocado cucumber salad
- Spinach feta salad
- Kale Caesar salad
TOPPINGS:
- Crispy bacon bits
- Shredded cheese
- Fresh parsley
DRINKS:
- Lemon-infused water
- Keto iced tea
- Bulletproof coffee
TIPS:
- Don’t boil the soup after the addition of cream; otherwise, the cream gets curdled.
- Simmer the soup without a cover for an additional period of time, or include an extra amount of cheese to make the soup a thick consistency.
- Use cooked or store-bought rotisserie chicken to save the prep time.
- Include some fresh herbs like dill, rosemary, or parsley to provide the fresh herb taste and aroma.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the soup to the covered dish and stock for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Add the soup to the bags or covered vessels and freeze for 2 months.
FAQs:
Are chicken thighs good to make this soup?
- Chicken thighs are a good alternative to make the soup, which provides more flavor & fat content.
How to prepare the dairy-free variety of this soup?
- Utilize nutritional yeast or coconut cream instead to prepare the non-dairy version of this dish.
Will we include some vegetables in the dish?
- We include some mushrooms, zucchini, or cauliflower in the dish to provide additional taste.
Can we make the spicy soup?
- Yes, we can make the spicy soup and include some chili flakes or cayenne pepper for this purpose.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Caloric content: 310 kcal
Total carbs: 5 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 32 g
Fat: 18 g
Calcium: 110 mg
Iron: 1.3 g
Sodium: 640 g
Potassium: 480 g
Vitamin A: 0.15 g
Net carbs: 4 g
Serving size: 1 bowl