Spicy Cajun Chicken Stew

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This is my version of a spicy low-carb chicken stew I created while starting a flat belly cleanse. I don't measure so the measurements are approximate - adjust to your taste! It just turned out so good I had to share!

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
24 mins
Total Time:
49 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cubed

  • 1 large zucchini, quartered and sliced

  • 2 stalks celery, sliced

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)

  • (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth

  • 3 tablespoons sofrito

  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken until juices start to run clear, about 4 minutes. Add zucchini, celery, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. Stir diced tomatoes, chicken broth, sofrito, Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes into the pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer soup until flavors blend together, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

171 Calories
8g Fat
12g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 171
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 1315mg 57%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 15g 30%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 54mg 4%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 581mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.