Healthy Soup for the Sick: Nutritious and Easy-to-Make Recipe
Healthy soup for the sick is a light, nutritious, and comforting dish, perfect for those who need to regain energy during illness.
Ingredients
- 1 of skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup of rolled oats
- 2 of medium carrots in cubes
- 2 of medium potatoes in cubes
- 1 chopped celery stalk
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 liter and a half of water
- 1 teaspoonful of salt adjust to taste
- 1 leaf of bay leaf
- Fresh cilantro for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, place the chicken breast with the water, onion, garlic, and bay leaf. Cook over medium heat until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken breast, shred it, and set aside.
- Strain the broth to remove impurities and return the liquid to the pot.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and celery, letting them cook until tender.
- Add the rolled oats and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, adjust the salt, and let simmer over low heat for another 3 minutes.
- Serve hot with fresh cilantro on top.
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Notes
- You can adjust the amount of salt according to the patient’s condition, even omit it if needed.
- For a smoother texture, blend the soup before serving.
- If the patient has low fat tolerance, avoid oil and cook the ingredients only with water.
- This recipe is easily adaptable: you can add shredded chicken, rice, or oats for more energy.
- Ideally, serve it warm, not too hot, to avoid throat discomfort.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal
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