Garden Vegetable Soup with Grilled Chicken
1 1/3 C. vegetable or multicolored rotini pasta
1 tsp. olive oil, preferably extra virgin
3/4 C. coarsely chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, quartered
1 tsp. chopped fresh oregano or 1/4 tsp. dried
4 C. chicken broth
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 C. chopped carrots
8 ounces grilled chicken breast, chopped
1/2 C. chopped fresh basil
Ground black pepper
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Prepare the pasta according to the package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water and set aside. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the oil with the onion, garlic, and oregano. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 7 minutes, or until the onion and garlic are tender. Add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the tomatoes and carrots. Lower the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the chicken and pasta. Simmer for about 2 minutes, or until the chicken is heatedthrough. Stir in the basil. Season with pepper to taste.
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Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 160
Fat: 3g
Fiber: 3g