Creamy Chorizo and Brussels Sprouts Soup
This Creamy Chorizo and Brussels Sprouts Soup provides 21g protein and 426 calories per serving with substantial fat content for satiety. Quick stovetop prep yields 4 servings perfect for side-meal rotation or lunch pairing with additional protein sources. Designed for lifters building varied meal prep that breaks up chicken-and-rice monotony.
Ingredients
- •Chorizo, Pork(227g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Brussels Sprouts(454g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(960g)
- •Potato, Yukon Gold(480g)
- •Paprika, Ground(5g)
- •1/2 tsp. sea salt
- •1/4 tsp. black pepper
- •Evaporated Milk, Canned(170g)
Instructions
- 1Saute chorizo in a large stockpot over medium high heat until cooked, about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove chorizo with a slotted spoon. Reserve 2 tablespoons of grease in the stockpot, and discard the rest.
- 2Add onion to the stockpot, and saute in the chorizo grease for 5 minutes or until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and brussels sprouts, and saute for an additional 3 minutes or until the brussels sprouts begin to brown, stirring occasionally. Add chicken broth, potatoes, paprika, salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- 3If you would like a pureed soup, blend soup using an immersion blender or stand blender. If you would like a chunkier soup, leave it as is. Stir in evaporated milk and chorizo, reserving 1/4 cup chorizo for toppings if desired. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- 4Serve warm with toppings.
Nutrition — Per Serving
426
calories
21g
protein
18g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 49g
- Saturated fat
- 7.0g
- Sodium
- 846 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.9g
4 servings per batch · ~604g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Chorizo and Brussels Sprouts Soup have per serving?
Each serving contains 21g of protein and 426 calories with 18g fat and 49g carbs. The carb-forward macro profile makes this a more substantial meal option.
How long does Creamy Chorizo and Brussels Sprouts Soup take to prep?
Quick prep stovetop recipe that yields 4 servings per batch, so you can portion and refrigerate multiple servings for easy weekday meals.
Is Creamy Chorizo and Brussels Sprouts Soup good for muscle gain?
At 426 calories per serving with 49g carbs and 21g protein, this soup fits muscle gain phases where you need caloric surplus for growth and can dedicate calories to carb-heavy meals alongside higher-protein dishes throughout the day.
