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Feel Better Chicken Soup with Crispy Kale and Bacon

PREP TIME 5 minutes
COOK TIME 30 minutes
TOTAL TIME 35 minutes
SERVINGS 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/3 lb bacon
  • 1 large bunch kale
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 cloves gresh garlic
  • 1 inch fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
  • 1 lb carrots peeled and sliced
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 5 cups chicken broth

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Place a large skillet over medium high heat and add the bacon. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. Wipe a bit of the grease out, and then add the kale to the skillet cook for 4-5 minutes, or until wilted and slightly browned on the edges. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add coconut oil, garlic, and ginger to the pot. Saute for 2-3 minutes, and then add chicken. Cook on medium-high for about 7-8 minutes, turning as needed until each piece is white and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  4. Add carrots to the skillet, with additional oil if needed. Saute for 5-6 minutes, or until softened. Pour in the cauliflower rice and rosemary and saute for 5 minutes, then return the chicken to the skillet, along with the broth.

  5. Bring the soup to a boil, and then reduce to low heat to simmer for about 5-6 minutes.
  6. Serve topped with kale and bacon!