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Bok Choy Chicken Soup

A comforting and nutritious soup featuring tender chicken and fresh bok choy in a flavorful broth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 pound chicken breast boneless, skinless
For the Soup
  • 4 cups bok choy chopped
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Add the chicken breasts to the simmering broth.
  2. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  2. Add the chopped bok choy, sliced carrots, and mushrooms to the soup.
  3. Stir in the soy sauce, grated ginger, and pepper.
Simmer the Soup
  1. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with additional soy sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions.

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