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Hearty Winter Soup

This hearty keto-friendly chicken and vegetable soup is the perfect balance of flavor, nutrition, and comfort. Packed with diced chicken for a high-protein boost, it’s ideal for those on a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle. The combination of cabbage, zucchini, and celery provides essential vitamins and minerals while keeping the carb count low. A warming blend of turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika not only enhances the soup’s depth of flavor but also adds anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. With the rich broth and fresh garnish of parsley and lemon, this soup is both nourishing and satisfying—perfect for a cozy meal that supports your health goals without compromising on taste.

2 tablespoons ghee, butter, or tallow
1 medium yellow onion, chopped (use sparingly if you want to further lower carbs)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium head of green cabbage, cored and chopped
2 celery sticks, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
2 cups cooked, diced chicken breast or thigh (use thighs for higher fat content)
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (adds depth of flavor without sugar)
½ teaspoon Aleppo pepper or red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes (opt for no-sugar-added, or replace with 1 cup tomato passata for fewer carbs)
3 cups low-sodium beef bone broth
1 cup chopped parsley leaves (optional, reduce if strict keto)
3 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 large lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions:

  1. Heat ghee, butter, or tallow in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, celery, and zucchini until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add cabbage, cooked diced chicken, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, and Aleppo pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes and bone broth. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
  5. Add parsley, green onions, grated ginger, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutritional Facts (Entire Recipe with Chicken):

  • Calories: 826 kcal
  • Protein: 115.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 59.3 g
  • Fat: 23.0 g

This breakdown is for the entire recipe. For individual servings, divide the values by the number of portions.