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Chicken and Mushroom Soup




Source of Recipe


South Beach Diet Phase 1






List of Ingredients



• 1 med. leek,light green and white parts only,outer layer removed
  
• 4 cups lower-sodium chicken broth
  
• 1 cup water
  
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  
• 6 ozs. white mushrooms,sliced
  
• 1 lb. boneless,skinless chicken breasts,cut into 1/2-in. pieces
  
• 8 ozs. brussel sprouts,halved
  
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  






Instructions



1. Trim leek,keeping root intact. Slice in half lengthwisesubmerge in cold water,and rinse thoroughly to remove any dirt. Slice into 1/4-in. pieces.
   
2. Bring broth,water,and thyme to a low boil in a large saucepan. Add leek and mushrooms;reduce heat and simmer until leek is softened,about 5 min. Add chicken and brussel sprouts. Simmer until chicken is cooked through,about 6 min. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
   
3. Makes 4(1 3/4-cup)servings