This Mediterranean Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup has a creamy and rich texture. We prepare this soup with chicken breast, turkey ham, spinach, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, chicken broth, garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil. This soup has approximately 385 calories and 8 g of net carbs. We make this soup in about forty-five minutes. This Mediterranean Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup is ideal for lunch, dinner, family meals, cozy evenings, meal prep, and Mediterranean-inspired gatherings. You can store this soup in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days and freeze it for almost 2 months. You can serve this soup with Greek cucumber salad, garlic herb bread, roasted zucchini, hummus, or tzatziki.
STATS:
- Course: Lunch, Dinner
- No. of Calories: 385 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Portion size: 1½ cups
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 6
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 45 minutes
TOOLS:
- Soup pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Ladle
INGREDIENTS:
SOUP BASE:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 6 oz turkey ham
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cups spinach
CHEESE:
- 1 cup mozzarella
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
SEASONINGS:
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp thyme
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN:
- We use chicken breast to provide lean protein and tender pieces throughout the soup. You can use boneless chicken thighs instead.
TURKEY HAM:
- Turkey ham provides savory flavor similar to classic chicken cordon bleu. You can use cooked ham or chicken ham.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt adds protein, a little acidity, and creaminess to the soup. You can use plain strained yogurt or labneh.
MOZZARELLA:
- Mozzarella gives the soup a smooth and mild cheesy flavor. You can use provolone or Monterey Jack.
PARMESAN:
- Parmesan adds a rich and savory flavor to the soup. Pecorino Romano might be utilized as a different choice.
SPINACH:
- Freshness, color, and nutrition are all enhanced by spinach. You can replace it with kale or Swiss chard.
DIJON MUSTARD:
- Dijon mustard provides the classic tangy flavor of chicken cordon bleu. Whole-grain mustard is a good alternative.
OLIVE OIL:
- Mediterranean taste and good fats are added with olive oil. You can use avocado oil instead.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- The soup’s savory foundation is made from chicken broth. Low-sodium vegetable broth can also be used.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We preheat the olive oil in a big pot and slowly cook the onion for almost four minutes.
- Include the garlic and cook for just thirty seconds.
- Cook the sliced chicken for almost seven minutes.
- Include the salt, turkey ham, black pepper, oregano, paprika, and thyme.
- Fill in the chicken broth and slowly cook for almost ten minutes.
- Stir the Greek yogurt and milk together till smooth.
- Slower the flame and carefully mix the yogurt mixture in a soup.
- Whisk the Parmesan, Dijon mustard, and mozzarella till creamier.
- Include the spinach and cook for almost three minutes.
- Whisk in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
- Serve the soup warm.
TIPS:
- We utilize freshly grated Parmesan for a perfect flavor.
- Avoid cooking the chicken for a long time.
- We utilize low-sodium broth, as the Parmesan & ham are already salty.
- At the end, include the spinach to maintain its vibrant and fresh texture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH SALADS:
- Greek Cucumber Salad
- Mediterranean Tomato Salad
- Chickpea Salad
BREAD & SIDES:
- Whole-Grain Bread
- Garlic Herb Bread
- Mediterranean Flatbread
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Zucchini
- Roasted Broccoli
- Lemon Cauliflower
MEDITERRANEAN PAIRINGS:
- Hummus
- Tzatziki
- Olive and Feta Salad
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the soup in a closed box and refrigerate it for 3 to 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store the soup for almost two months. For a perfect texture, freeze it before including the cheese and Greek yogurt.
FAQs:
Will we utilize cooked chicken?
- Yes, you may use cooked chicken and include it while the last ten minutes of cooking.
Can we use regular ham?
- Yes, you can use regular ham, but it may increase the sodium content.
May we prepare this soup dairy-free?
- Yes, you can use non-dairy cheese, milk, and yogurt alternatives.
Will we include extra veggies?
- Yes, you can use bell peppers, zucchini, celery, or mushrooms.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
Proteins: 39 g
Caloric Content: 385 kcal
Net carbs: 8 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 5 g
Fats: 20 g
Portion Size: 1½ cups
Total carbs: 10 g