Hearty Keto Chicken and Cauliflower Soup Recipe
This Hearty Keto Soup is a comforting, low-carb meal featuring tender chicken thighs, cauliflower, and celery simmered in a flavorful chicken broth with cream and herbs. Perfect for those following a keto or low-carb diet, it’s rich, creamy, and satisfying without the carbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes, developing rich flavor and sealing in juices.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent, enhancing the soup’s depth of flavor.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in cauliflower florets and chopped celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to slightly soften the vegetables.
- Simmer Soup: Pour in chicken broth and add dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in heavy cream, season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to enrich the soup’s texture and flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and fresh herbal aroma before serving.
Notes
- Use low sodium chicken broth to better control the salt levels in the soup.
- For a thicker texture, you can blend a portion of the soup and then stir it back in.
- Chicken breasts can substitute thighs if preferred, but thighs provide more flavor and fat, ideal for keto.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Feel free to add other keto-friendly vegetables like zucchini or spinach for variety.
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