Description
Creamy Chicken Egg Drop Soup with Spinach is a light, filling, low-carb soup combining tender chicken, silky eggs, and fresh spinach in a rich, creamy broth. It’s a keto-friendly, flavorful, and quick meal, perfect for anyone on a low-carb or keto diet.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
3 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), and salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to wilt.
- Reduce the heat to low. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the simmering broth, stirring gently with a fork or whisk to create the egg ribbons.
- Stir in the heavy cream and return the cooked chicken to the pot. Continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken and the flavors to combine.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker soup, add more heavy cream or blend a portion of the soup for a creamier texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk.
- If you want to add more vegetables, you can use mushrooms, zucchini, or cauliflower.
- For more flavor, consider adding a dash of fish sauce or lemon juice to the broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg