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Chicken Split Pea Soup

A hearty and nutritious soup made with tender chicken, split peas, and a medley of vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup split peas rinsed and drained
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 2 carrots carrots diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the split peas, chicken cubes, thyme, and bay leaf.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Once the peas are tender and the chicken is cooked through, remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 450mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the soup and then mix it back in. Adjust the seasoning as needed before serving.

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