Low Fat Creamy Chicken Broccoli Soup

Why We Love This Low-Fat Chicken Broccoli Soup Recipe

This chicken broccoli soup is rich and creamy, with a smooth, satisfying texture. It tastes like a fresh broccoli cheese soup with chunks of hearty chicken in every spoonful. However, unlike its full-fat cousin, this satiating sensation is under 300 calories per bowl and contains less than 7 grams of carbohydrates. Not too shabby! The key to making a luxurious creamy soup base, without fatty cream, is to stir in a little fat free cream cheese. As the cream cheese melts into the broth, it provides all the richness of a much heavier soup, without the added guilt! Skinny Creamy Chicken Broccoli Soup is quick to prepare in just over 30 minutes, and will make everyone at the dinner table smile, kids and adults alike! It’s also a fabulous leftover. I like to rewarm this soup on cold winter days with a spinach salad on the side.

Ingredients You Need

Onion – chopped Garlic – minced Butter – or olive oil Chicken breast – boneless, skinless or rotisserie chicken for an easy shortcut Chicken broth – low sodium Dry sherry – just a little bit, enhances the flavor Dijon mustard – adds tangy flavor Cornstarch – helps thicken Smoked paprika – or regular paprika Red pepper – flakes Cream cheese – fat-free Broccoli florets – small, bite-sized pieces Salt and pepper – season to taste Garnishes – shredded cheddar cheese, chopped scallions, fresh parsley

How to Make Light Chicken Broccoli Soup

Serving Suggestions

If desired, garnish the warm broccoli cheddar soup with a handful of low-fat shredded cheese, chopped scallions, fresh parsley, or whatever your heart desires! This rich, comforting soup also pairs wonderfully with a variety of sides. Serve it in a honey wheat bread bowl, or with garlic knots, or the best yeast rolls for dipping. For a lighter option, enjoy it along side roasted vegetables or an apple chopped salad.