Instant Pot Winter Warmth Soup Freezer Meal
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Soup
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Cuisine
American, International
Instant Pot Winter Warmth Soup Freezer Meal
Description
Instant Pot Winter Warmth Soup Freezer Meal features boneless, skinless chicken cut into chunks, cooked together with vegetables like celery, onion, carrots, spinach, and canned tomatoes in chicken broth. The seasoning packet or a combination of dried herbs including basil and oregano, garlic and onion powders, adds a robust tomato-herb flavor. Cooking in an Instant Pot or slow cooker allows the chicken to become tender while the vegetables soften and flavors meld.
The soup is thickened slightly by the vegetables and seasoned with a tomato-garlic-basil blend that complements the mild chicken and fresh garlic. It produces a comforting, savory broth-filled dish with soft vegetable pieces. This soup is practical for colder days or anytime you want a filling, nutritious bowl made with wholesome ingredients.
It can be served on its own as a light meal or paired with bread or crackers for added heartiness. The recipe’s freezer meal option allows for easy preparation ahead of time; simply combine ingredients in a freezer bag and thaw before cooking. This makes it convenient for scheduling busy days or cooking in bulk. The soup can be cooked fresh or reheated from frozen with consistent results.
Seasoning variations are possible using similar spices if the specified packet is unavailable. Allow the natural cooking time in pressure cooker or slow cooker for best texture. Serve hot for comforting winter dining.
Ingredients
- 3 celery diced, ribs
- 1/2 onion pureed, large
- 2 lbs chicken breast 1 kg, boneless skinless, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1- 15 oz diced tomatoes canned, with juices
- 12 oz carrot 375 g bag, diced or sliced, frozen
- 4 oz. spinach frozen boxed, partially thawed
- 2 tsp garlic minced, about 4 cloves
- 32 oz. chicken broth
- 1 grill mates tomato garlic & basil seasoning packet
Instructions
- Dice celery. Puree or dice onion. Set aside.
- Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks.
MAKE IT NOW
- INSTANT POT: Place celery, onion, chicken, tomatoes, carrots, spinach, garlic, chicken broth and tomato-basil seasoning packet into instant pot or pressure cooker. Stir gently until combined. Seal pressure cooker. Cook on manual (High) for 20 minutes. Let it naturally release, about 10 minutes. Ladle into bowls and serve.
- SLOW COOKER: To make in slow cooker instead of instant pot cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on High for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender.
MAKE IT A FREEZER MEAL
- Place celery, onion, chicken, tomatoes, carrots, spinach, garlic, chicken broth and tomato-basil seasoning packet in a labeled gallon size (4 L) freezer bag. Seal, removing as much air as possible, and freeze.
THAW AND COOK
- Place bag in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours or up to 24 hours to thaw or "Quick thaw" by running under water until meal can be broken apart.
- INSTANT POT: Transfer contents into instant pot or pressure cooker. Seal pressure cooker. Cook on manual (High) for 20 minutes. Let it naturally release, about 10 minutes. Ladle into bowls and serve.
- SLOW COOKER: To make in slow cooker instead of instant pot cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on High for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender.
Notes
- If the tomato garlic & basil seasoning packet is unavailable, substitute with 2 tablespoons dried basil, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- For freezer meal prep, remove as much air as possible from the freezer bag before sealing.
- Thaw the freezer meal in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours before cooking for even heating.
- Cooking times vary: Instant Pot on high pressure for 20 minutes with natural release, or slow cooker on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 798mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 992mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 11825IU | 237% |
| Vitamin C | 18.4mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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