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Chicken Soup with Butternut Squash

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Chicken Soup with Butternut Squash is a cozy, nourishing one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and aromatic herbs in a flavorful broth. It’s perfect for cold days, meal prep, or whenever you need a wholesome, comforting dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cups chicken broth or stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/3 tsp dried)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Optional: 2 cups baby spinach or kale

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add cubed butternut squash, chicken, broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and squash is tender.
  6. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
  7. Stir in optional spinach or kale and simmer for another 2–3 minutes until wilted.
  8. Adjust seasoning, remove bay leaf, and serve hot with fresh parsley on top.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to cut down on cook time.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon before serving for brightness.
  • Include white beans or quinoa for extra protein.
  • Blend a portion of the soup for a creamier texture.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to complement the squash.

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