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High protein bariatric chicken soup in a white bowl garnished with fresh parsley and a dollop of Greek yogurt

Creamy Chicken Protein Soup

A comforting high protein bariatric chicken soup made with shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, and unflavored protein powder. Works for every post-surgery stage and ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt 4% milk fat recommended
  • 1/4 cup unflavored protein powder do not substitute flavored varieties
  • 1/2 cup soft-cooked carrots diced small
  • 1/4 cup celery finely diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Two forks for shredding
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Blender or food processor (optional for pureed stage)

Method
 

  1. Add chicken breast and chicken broth to a large pot over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes until the chicken pulls apart easily with two forks and shows no pink inside.
  2. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it as finely as possible using two forks. For the pureed stage, blend the chicken and broth together in a blender until completely smooth, then return to the pot. For soft foods or regular stage, finely shredded chicken is sufficient.
  3. Return the shredded chicken to the pot over low heat. Add the finely diced carrots and celery. Stir to combine.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt and unflavored protein powder until completely smooth with no lumps before adding to the pot.
  5. Slowly pour the yogurt and protein mixture into the pot while stirring continuously. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Keep the heat on low. Do not boil the soup after the yogurt has been added as high heat will cause separation.
  6. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup is creamy, heated through, and lightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

Do not boil the soup after adding Greek yogurt. Always pre-whisk yogurt and protein powder together before adding to prevent clumping. Use unflavored protein powder only. Freeze in individual portions for easy meal prep. For slow cooker: cook chicken, broth, and vegetables on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, shred chicken, then stir in yogurt mixture on warm setting only.