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A bowl of low-sodium chicken and vegetable soup.

Low-Sodium Chicken and Vegetable Soup

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This slow cooker chicken and veggie soup is cozy, healthy, and packed with flavor – perfect for a hearty, comforting meal, without the extra sodium.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
  • 4 cups unsalted chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 2 celery stalks (sliced)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 medium zucchini (diced)
  • 1 cup green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 medium potato (peeled and diced)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, zucchini, green beans, and potato to the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle in thyme, basil, and black pepper. Pour in the chicken broth and water.
  3. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 6-7 hours. At the end of the cook time, the chicken should be cooked through and the vegetables should be tender.
  4. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  5. Optional: immediately before serving, stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice for extra freshness.

Notes

  • Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
  • Sodium per serving: ~100 mg (varies depending on chicken broth used)
  • Author: Jason Norris
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Sodium: 100