This Easy Instant Pot Chicken Soup Is Classic Comfort Food

In my world, chicken soup is the epitome of comfort food. Whenever I’m feeling down or under the weather, it’s the dish I crave. Not only does it provide solace, but it assures me that even in tough times, I’m nourishing my body with something good. For those of us who’ve battled with the scale, having a recipe that brings comfort during difficult moments and is delicious is a significant win.

My Instant Pot chicken soup deviates slightly from the traditional recipe. No noodles and minimal potatoes; instead, I add celery and green beans. The flavor is equally soothing. Occasionally, I sear the chicken, but it’s designed for those days when you can toss everything into the pot and have a delicious soup in just half an hour.

Why you should try Instant Pot Chicken Soup:

1. Ultimate Comfort Food: Whether you’re feeling blue or under the weather, a steaming bowl of this soup is the perfect remedy.
2. Healthy, Delicious, and Quick: A wholesome meal ready in just 25 minutes that’s not only delicious but also a wise choice for your health.
3. Weight Watchers Friendly: Remarkably, this soup comes in at a mere 4 Weight Watchers points.

Yield: Approximately 6 servings

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes (plus additional time for pressurizing and natural release)

Ingredients:

• 4 cups (946 ml) chicken broth
• 1.5 lbs (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup (125 g) green beans, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 potato (170 g.), peeled and diced
• 1 white onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cooking oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Ensure all vegetables are washed, peeled, and chopped according to the specified measurements. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes.

2. Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Add cooking oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Incorporate red bell pepper, celery, and green beans. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.

3. Place cubed chicken into the Instant Pot and sauté until lightly browned. Introduce diced potatoes to the mix.

4. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the chicken broth into the Instant Pot, ensuring it covers all ingredients evenly.

5. Secure the Instant Pot lid and set to “Pressure Cook” on high for 10 minutes. Allow the Instant Pot to perform a natural release for 10 minutes. Carefully unlock and remove the lid. Ladle the chicken soup into bowls, ensuring a good balance of chicken, vegetables, and broth in each serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or a dash of lemon juice for added brightness.

6. Serve hot and savor the comforting goodness of your Instant Pot Chicken Soup.

Variations and Substitutions:

1. Herb Infusion: Experiment with aromatic herbs like parsley, cilantro, or my personal favorite, mint.
2. Onion Enhancements: Elevate the onion flavor by using scallions or leeks if regular onions are scarce.
3. Weight Watchers Twist: For a 0-point Weight Watchers version, skip the potatoes and opt for cauliflower. For a more indulgent version, add noodles or a sprinkle of rice.

Tips and Tricks Section for Making Instant Pot Chicken Soup:

1. For a clearer broth, sear your ingredients in a hot pan with a teaspoon of oil.
2. Dice potatoes, carrots, and even the chicken into smaller pieces for a quicker cooking time.
3. If your broth already contains salt, wait until the soup is ready before adding more. Remember, during cooking, flavors intensify, including salt.

Remember to savor the simplicity of this comforting Instant Pot Chicken Soup without falling into clichés that overpromise. Enjoy every comforting spoonful!

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WW Points

Chicken broth 1 point
Uncooked boneless skin-less chicken breast 0 points
Onion 0 points
Garlic 0 points
Vegetable oil 2 points
Bell pepper 0 points
Table salt 0 points
Frozen green beans 0 points
Black pepper 0 points
Celery 0 points
Uncooked potato 4 points