Light Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Soup (Lower Fat) Recipe

Name: Light Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Soup (Lower Fat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion; 3 large garlic cloves, minced (1/2 Tbls); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 cup light butter; 3/4 cup flour, divided; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 quart fat-free half-and-half; 1 1/2 cups reduced-fat parmesan cheese, cheese topping; 2 cups water; 16 ounces broccoli florets, prepared; 3 cups boneless chicken breasts, cooked and diced; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (to taste); 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1 dash nutmeg (optional); 6 ounces farfelle bow tie pasta, cooked according to package directions

Servings: persons

1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
3 large garlic cloves, minced (1/2 Tbls)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup light butter
3/4 cup flour, divided
4 cups chicken broth
1 quart fat-free half-and-half
1 1/2 cups reduced-fat parmesan cheese, cheese topping
2 cups water
16 ounces broccoli florets, prepared
3 cups boneless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1/4 teaspoon white pepper (to taste)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 dash nutmeg (optional)
6 ounces farfelle bow tie pasta, cooked according to package directions

1
In a heavy stockpot over medium heat, saute onion and garlic in olive oil for 2-3 minutes. Add light butter and 1/4 cup flour and cook, stirring, for another 2-3 minutes until bubbly. Add remaining 1/2 cup of flour to a small amount of chicken broth and stir to remove lumps. Gradually whisk in flour and broth combo, plus remaining chicken broth and half & half; cook, stirring frequently, until thickened.
2
Meanwhile, steam broccoli (I use the steamer bag in the microwave) or cook broccoli in a separate pan with 2 cups of water just until form and not soft. Remove from heat and do not drain cooking water from broccoli.
3
Add Parmesan cheese topping to soup-base in stockpot; cook over low heat, stirring, just until cheese is melted; add steamed broccoli and 2 cups of water (or cooked broccoli along with its cooking water), chicken, seasonings, and bow tie pasta to the stockpot; heat through.

1386

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

160

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion, 3 large garlic cloves, minced (1/2 Tbls), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 cup light butter, and more.

Yes, Light Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Soup (Lower Fat) 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.

Light Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Soup (Lower Fat)

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