Name: Cozy Chicken & Vegetable Soup 🍲
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 Minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 large carrots, sliced; 1 potato, peeled and diced; 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded; 1/2 cup Israeli couscous (Ptitim); 6 cups chicken broth; Salt & pepper to taste; Fresh parsley for garnish

This soup is packed with tender chicken, healthy veggies, and delicious Israeli couscous for a hearty and satisfying meal 🧡

Quick Steps ✨

Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.

Add carrots, potato, and broth. Bring to a boil.

Stir in chicken and couscous, simmer until cooked.

Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with parsley.

Serve hot and enjoy!

Step by Step Instructions 📝

1. Sauté the Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant (about 3 minutes).

2. Cook Vegetables: Stir in the sliced carrots and diced potato. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

3. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce heat to low and add the shredded chicken and Israeli couscous. Let it simmer for 15 minutes until the couscous is tender and the veggies are cooked through.

4. Season & Serve: Add salt and pepper to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

5. Enjoy: Serve immediately, and feel the warmth and comfort in every bite!

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Substitutions 🔄

Swap Israeli couscous with quinoa or small pasta.

Use sweet potato instead of white potato for a sweeter flavor.

Vegetarian option: Skip the chicken and use vegetable broth with chickpeas for added protein.

Useful Notes 📝

To enhance the flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end.

For a heartier texture, try adding extra veggies like celery or zucchini.

Nutritional Insights 🍎

Each serving contains the stated nutritional values:

🔥 Energy: 280 kcal

🥑 Fat: 8 g (of which saturates: 1.5 g)

🍞 Carbohydrates: 32 g (of which sugars: 6 g)

🌾 Fiber: 4 g

💪 Protein: 20 g

🧂 Salt: 1.2 g

Packed with protein and veggies - this soup is as nutritious as it is delicious!

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Leftover Advice ♻️

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove. If the couscous absorbs too much liquid, add a little water or broth when reheating to loosen the soup.