
Green Chicken Chili Soup
This Green Chicken Chili Soup delivers 33g protein and 303 calories per serving—a low-calorie option for high-volume eating on a cut. Six servings batch on the stovetop in minutes, making it ideal for filling your stomach between training sessions without excess calories. Use it as a filler meal when you've hit your fat and carb targets but still need to reach your 160g+ protein goal.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Garlic
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(720g)
- •Beans, Great Northern, Canned, Drained(397g)
- •Salsa Verde, Prepared, Store-Bought(480g)
- •Green Chiles, Canned, Diced(113g)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Chili powder(5g)
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Avocado
- •Cilantro, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and bell pepper, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2Stir in the jalapeño and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3Add the chicken broth, great northern beans, salsa verde, green chiles, ground cumin, and chili powder to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 4Place the chicken breast into the pot, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 25–30 minutes.
- 5Remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred it using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the fresh lime juice.
- 6Divide the soup evenly into 6 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
- 7When ready to serve, reheat a portion in a saucepan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- 8Top each serving with fresh avocado slices and cilantro.
Nutrition — Per Serving
303
calories
33g
protein
9g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 21g
- Saturated fat
- 1.4g
- Sodium
- 1277 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 5.5g
6 servings per batch · ~410g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Green Chicken Chili Soup have per serving?
Each serving delivers 33g of protein and 303 calories, with 9g fat and 21g carbs. The lean protein and lower calorie density make this a volume-friendly option for macro tracking.
How long does Green Chicken Chili Soup take to prep?
Quick prep designation means minimal hands-on time, and the recipe yields 6 servings in a single batch on the stovetop. You can prepare multiple servings for the week without significant time investment.
Is Green Chicken Chili Soup good for fat loss?
At 303 calories per serving with 33g protein, this soup is a strong fat loss tool due to its high volume-to-calorie ratio. The low fat content and carb level allow you to eat a filling portion while staying in a deficit.
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