WW CHICKEN SOUP

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh, such as peas, corn, green beans)
• 2 cups cooked whole wheat pasta or brown rice (optional)
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large soup pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté over medium heat until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.
4. Once the soup is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
5. Remove the chicken from the soup and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
6. Add the mixed vegetables to the soup and continue simmering for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
7. If you’re using pasta or rice, add it to the soup and cook according to the package instructions.
8. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
9. Remove the bay leaf from the soup.
10. Ladle the Weight Watchers chicken soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Enjoy your homemade WW-friendly chicken soup! It’s a comforting and filling option for a healthy meal. Be sure to calculate the WW points based on the ingredients and serving size you choose.