Diabetes Friendly Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A warm, creamy, and comforting soup made with fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and a light, low-carb base. This recipe swaps out heavy creams and starches for healthier alternatives while keeping all the rich, cheesy flavor. Perfect for a cozy meal without the blood sugar spike!
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 3 carrots shredded
- 4 slices bacon diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups chicken shredded
- 4 cups broccoli florets chopped
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp almond flour
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Season the chicken with your preferred spices and cook until done. Set aside. For ease buy pre-cooked chicken and shred.
- Fry the bacon until crispy. Crumble into bits and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Add butter to the pot and let it melt. Sprinkle in the flour, stirring constantly until a thick roux forms.
- Slowly pour in the broth while stirring.
- Add chopped carrots and broccoli. Stir well and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream. Add your choice of spices (such as salt, pepper, paprika, or nutmeg) to taste.
- Chop or shred the cooked chicken and add it to the pot.
- Gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Toss in the bacon bits and mix well.
- Allow the soup to simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra cheese or bacon bits if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
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