Chicken Broth (Home Recipe) (1 Cup)

Make the broth without noodles, rice, potatoes, corn, or added sugar; use extra chicken, celery, zucchini, mushrooms, spinach, or cauliflower instead.

Include a solid protein portion in the bowl, such as shredded chicken, egg, tofu, or edamame, rather than drinking broth alone.

Add fiber-rich vegetables such as kale, cabbage, broccoli, green beans, or lentils in a modest portion.

If using a thickener, skip flour or cornstarch and use pureed cauliflower, zucchini, or a small amount of blended lentils for body.

Keep the serving moderate and avoid pairing the broth with crackers, white bread, or sweet drinks.

Eat the broth as part of a balanced meal and take a 10–15 minute easy walk afterward, if appropriate for you.