Italian Chicken Cabbage Soup (Dairy Free, Low Calorie)
Servings: 8
Calories: 159kcal
Whip up this easy-to-make Italian Chicken Cabbage Soup in a jiff on a busy weeknight. It's hearty and bursting with delicious Italian flavors! Plus, it's low carb, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 lb. ground chicken I used 98% lean
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 small onion (130g) finely diced
- 3 carrots (170g) diced
- 3 celery ribs (115g) diced
- 1 small head green cabbage (500g) chopped
- 1 (15-oz.) can diced tomatoes with their juice
- 1 (15-oz.) can tomato sauce
- 32 oz. chicken broth (910g)
- 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- To a dutch oven or large pot, add one tablespoon of oil and the ground chicken. Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until cooked through, stirring and breaking into smaller pieces as it cooks.
- Once the chicken is no longer pink, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Saute for about 4-5 minutes or until onions are tender.
- Add in the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh herbs, taste check and add additional salt and pepper or seasoning as needed. Serve with a dollop of sour cream (or greek yogurt!), cheese, and some bread, if desired.
Notes
- Refrigerating – Once the soup has cooled to room temperature, cover and store in the fridge for 6-7 days.
- Freezing – Add the cooled soup to an airtight container or freezer-safe Ziploc bag and freeze for about 3-4 months. If freezing in a Ziploc bag, I recommend freezing the bag flat. Then, move it upright the next day once frozen to save space. When ready to enjoy, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat the next day.
- Reheating – Add your desired portion to a saucepan over medium-heat and warm. You can also microwave portions in a covered microwave-safe container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5 cups (354g) | Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.9g | Protein: 16.1g | Fat: 3.8g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 3.9g | Sugar: 7.3g