Easy High Protein Soup and Chili Recipes
These High-Protein Soups and Chilis are the best way to cozy up on a cold night. Each warm bowl of soup is easy to make, filled with flavor and a great addition to your meal prep rotation. The best part? These healthy recipes are brimming with protein to keep you full, all winter long.
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Soup season is every season around here! These high-protein soups and chilis make the perfect weeknight meal, cold day or not. Each balanced meal is full of flavor, made with different vegetables and a variety of protein sources.
If you’re in need of a one-pot meal like chicken and gnocchi soup, a beef and vegetable soup or a slow cooker recipe like chicken enchilada soup, each and every comforting soup has healthy fats, enough protein to keep you full and an easy recipe to follow. These delicious soups and chilis make healthy cooking taste incredible.
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Why you’ll love these soups and chilis:
- Great way to up your protein intake.
- Each hearty soup and chili is a complete meal.
- Easy way to meal prep.
How do I know how much protein I should consume?
- Typically it is recommended to consume 0.8-1% of your body weight in grams of protein.
- For example: If I weigh 150 pounds, I should consume 120-150 grams of protein per day.
- MACROS! Want your macros set so you know how to balance your protein, fat, and carbs? We can set your custom macros, based on your needs.
Our Favorite High-Protein Soup and Chili Recipes:
Chicken Enchilada Soup
This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup is nutritious and delicious. Made in the crock pot, instant pot or stovetop this is a perfect high-protein and comforting meal that the whole family will love.
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Instant Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Look no further than this list for healthy ground chicken recipes for all your weeknight needs. From chicken gnocchi soup to homemade chicken meatballs, we have it all. Each delicious recipe is filled with flavor, is high in protein and is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
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Turkey Lasagna Soup
With its rich, bold flavors, this Turkey Lasagna Soup is every bit as delicious as it sounds. Filled with lean protein, hearty noodles, and fresh herbs, this simple ingredient soup is one you won't want to miss!
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Cowboy Soup
Cold weather calls for hearty soup like this delicious and easy Cowboy Soup. Loaded with beef, potatoes, and vegetables, it's the perfect meal when you're craving lots of flavor but are short on time.
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Instant Pot Turkey Chili
Your warm bowl of chili awaits! This Easy Instant Pot Turkey Chili Recipe is a hearty mix of ground turkey, beans, veggies and flavorful spices. Fast, easy and makes amazing leftovers, this chili recipe is a family favorite.
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Black Bean Chicken Chili
Cold weather means chili season in our house and this Black Bean Chicken Chili does not disappoint. It uses minimal ingredients and pantry staples to make a hearty, flavorful and protein packed stove top meal for the entire family to enjoy. You'll love this easy and delicious chili in under 30 minutes.
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Macro Friendly Chili
This Macro Friendly Chili is a winter staple in our house. It’s easily made in the instant pot with ground turkey and beef and a delicious combination of flavors. This macro friendly recipe is meaty, flavorful and the serving size is hefty. Top with sour cream, chopped red onion, shredded cheese and/or avocado and pair with your favorite corn bread.
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Cajun Meatball Stew
Find the perfect comfort meal in this Cajun Meatball Stew. Homemade cajun meatballs, veggies, and potatoes are simmered in a stewy beef broth. The cajun seasoning is perfectly spicy, and intensely flavorful which makes this rich stew one that'll make you warm and cozy.
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Recipe FAQs
How do you store leftover soup and chili?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop.
Can you meal prep soup and chili?
Definitely! Soup and chili are one of my favorite ways to meal prep because the flavors really develop. Store individually in airtight containers to make them easy to grab and go.
What should you serve with soup and chili?
I’m a big fan of crusty bread on the side of any soup or chili. Serve with a side green salad for extra nutrition, although lots of these soups come with a variety of veggies, as is. Depending on the soup, I like to add shredded cheese, diced onion or extra herbs.
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- Sweet Heat Baked Salmon with Easy Chimichurri Sauce
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Chicken Enchilada Soup
These High-Protein Soups and Chilis are the best way to cozy up on a cold night. Each warm bowl of soup is easy to make, filled with flavor and a great addition to your meal prep rotation. The best part? These healthy recipes are brimming with protein to keep you full, all winter long.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast, raw
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped 144g
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped 150g
- 15 oz. can Whole Kernel Corn (no salt added) drained
- 15 oz. can low sodium Black Beans Low Sodium drained and rinsed
- 15 oz. can petite diced Tomatoes (no salt added)
- 10 oz. can mild Red Enchilada Sauce
- 4 oz. can diced green chilies
- 4 cups low sodium Chicken Broth 32 oz.
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tsp. paprika
- 1.5 Tbsp. chili powder
- 1.5 Tbsp. ground cumin
- 4 oz 1/3 less fat Cream Cheese
- 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 56g
Instructions
Crock Pot Instaructions
- Add the chicken the the base of the crockpot. Top with bell pepper, onions, corn, beans, tomatoes, chilies, enchilada sauce, seasonings and chicken broth.
- Stir to combine and set the crockpot to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3 hours, or until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred with forks. Return to the pot.
- Add the cream cheese and greek yogurt and stir until melted and combined. Serve and enjoy with desired toppings.
Instant Pot Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the cream cheese and greek yogurt to the instant pot.
- Set the instant pot on manual (pressure cook mode) for 20 minutes. Quick release the pressure when the timer in done.
- Remove the chicken and shred with forks. Add the chicken back to the instant pot.
- Add cream cheese and greek yogurt to the soup and stir until completely melted into the soup. Serve and enjoy with desired toppings.
Stovetop Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the chopped bell pepper and onion over medium heat until they begin to soften.
- Place the raw chicken breasts on top of the sautéed vegetables. Add the corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, green chilies, enchilada sauce, and all the seasonings. Pour the chicken broth over everything, ensuring the chicken is mostly submerged.
- Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the pot. Shred the chicken using forks and then return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Stir in the cream cheese and Greek yogurt until they are fully melted and combined with the rest of the ingredients.
- Let the pot simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are an estimate and will change with any substitutions.
- For mild heat lower chili powder to ½ Tbsp.
- You can adjust the heat by adding more Greek yogurt to the crockpot or individual servings. I mix in additional yogurt to the kids’ bowls to lower the heat for them and keep it spicy for adults.
Nutrition
Serving: 440gCalories: 308kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 32gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 674mgPotassium: 772mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9g
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