Chicken Soup for Diabetics (Pesto Chicken)
Enjoy our hearty diabetic-friendly chicken pesto soup – a tasty and nutritious option for a healthier lifestyle!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 88kcal
Cost: $8
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth use low sodium if desired
- 2 cups shredded chicken I used a store-bought rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups kale chopped frozen
- ½ cup pesto sauce homemade or store-bought
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Place a large pot on the stove over medium heat.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot, using low-sodium broth if preferred.4 cups chicken broth
- Add the shredded chicken to the broth, allowing it to simmer and infuse the soup with its savory flavor.2 cups shredded chicken
- Once the chicken is integrated, introduce the frozen kale, adding a vibrant and nutrient-rich element to the soup. (see the video)2 cups kale
- Stir in the basil pesto, whether homemade or store-bought, to enhance the soup's flavor with its Mediterranean-inspired taste.½ cup pesto sauce
- Let the mixture simmer gently for approximately 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together, creating a rich and satisfying soup.
- See the notes above the recipe card to make this soup in the Instant Pot or slow cooker.
Video
Notes
- Texture and Flavor Variety: To add extra texture and flavor to the soup, consider topping it with crumbled feta cheese or chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley just before serving.
- Adjusting Pesto Intensity: If you're a fan of bold basil pesto flavor, you can enhance it by increasing the amount of pesto sauce in the soup.
Nutrition
Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g
