This classic chicken and broccoli soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines tender chicken breast filets with fresh, crisp-tender broccoli florets and sweet carrot slices in a savory broth. The dish is elevated by the addition of soft, fluffy dumplings made from cream of wheat, cottage cheese, and egg whites, which absorb the flavorful stock. A hint of lime juice adds a bright, fresh note that cuts through the richness of the butter and cheese. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep, this soup is simple to prepare using pantry staples and offers a satisfying balance of protein and vegetables.
Chickenbroth With Broccoli
Description
This classic chicken and broccoli soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines tender chicken breast filets with fresh, crisp-tender broccoli florets and sweet carrot slices in a savory broth. The dish is elevated by the addition of soft, fluffy dumplings made from cream of wheat, cottage cheese, and egg whites, which absorb the flavorful stock. A hint of lime juice adds a bright, fresh note that cuts through the richness of the butter and cheese. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep, this soup is simple to prepare using pantry staples and offers a satisfying balance of protein and vegetables.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash broccoli and cut into small florets; peel carrots and slice them thinly.
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Slice the chicken breast filets into small, bite-sized pieces.
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In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over medium heat until it just begins to boil.
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Add the cream of wheat to the milk mixture, stirring constantly until it forms a thick, cohesive dough ball.
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Remove from heat and let the dough cool slightly until manageable to touch.
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Mix in the egg yolk, pureed cottage cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg, chopped parsley, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice into the dough.
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Whip the egg white in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the dumpling mixture.
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil; drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the water and simmer for 5 minutes.
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In a large soup pot, heat the chicken broth; add broccoli, carrots, and chicken pieces and simmer for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Add the cooked dumplings to the soup pot and stir in the remaining lime juice.
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Serve warm immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1348.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 91.2g141%
- Saturated Fat 47.1g236%
- Cholesterol 365.1mg122%
- Sodium 1245.7mg52%
- Total Carbohydrate 47.5g16%
- Dietary Fiber 12.8g52%
- Sugars 21.1g
- Protein 82.7g166%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
