Eggplant Chicken Alphabet Soup Recipe

Name: Eggplant Chicken Alphabet Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups eggplants, peeled and cubed; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed; 1 medium zucchini, sliced; 1 medium yellow squash, sliced; 1 cup carrot, sliced; 2 stalks celery, sliced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, diced (or use a garlic press); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (46 ounce) can tomato juice; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 3 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute (or sugar, if you're not worried about calories); 1 cup whole wheat alphabet pasta (or try the organic vegetable variety)

Servings: persons

2 cups eggplants, peeled and cubed
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 medium yellow squash, sliced
1 cup carrot, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, diced (or use a garlic press)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (46 ounce) can tomato juice
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute (or sugar, if you're not worried about calories)
1 cup whole wheat alphabet pasta (or try the organic vegetable variety)

1
Wash and prepare vegetables as noted above.
2
Set eggplant aside in a bowl with a generous sprinkling of salt.
3
This will help reduce bitterness.
4
Thinner-skinned eggplants may not need to be peeled.
5
In large (6 qt) pot over medium heat, saute onions, garlic, and celery until onions are clear.
6
Add diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, tomato juice, carrots, basil, italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and Splenda to pot.
7
Brown chicken in a separate pan, then drain and add to pot.
8
Rinse eggplant thoroughly and add to pot.
9
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, checking vegetables periodically until close to desired level of doneness.
10
Add pasta during last 8-10 minutes of cooking.

579

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups eggplants, peeled and cubed, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed, 1 medium zucchini, sliced, 1 medium yellow squash, sliced, and more.

Yes, Eggplant Chicken Alphabet Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Eggplant Chicken Alphabet Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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