This Paleo Creamy Chicken Tomato Soup is the perfect easy dinner. Ready in 30 minutes, so delicious, and healthy. Whole30, gluten free, dairy free, and low FODMAP.
Low FODMAP Soup
I'm back with another low FODMAP recipe that is easy and delicious! One of the huge adjustments of this diet is no garlic or garlic powder! I was used to adding that to everything and without it some recipes taste kind of flat. Well, I discovered garlic infused oil is allowed and it's been a life saver! I've been using it for so many recipes to add that distinct flavor and it's working. I found some at a health food store and then I ordered more from Amazon.
Now about this soup- it is so easy to make and comes together quickly. It's made in one pan which is always nice for cleanup. I used a cast iron brasier, but a stock pot or dutch oven will work great as well. Using fire roasted canned tomatoes for this is the best because they have more flavor and don't taste as "canned".
I use chicken thighs for this, but chicken breasts will work as well. It would also be great without chicken and served as a side dish. Using meat makes it more of a meal for sure.
Dairy Free Soup
This soup is naturally gluten free, using coconut milk makes it dairy free and it also happens to be Whole30. But it is comforting, warm, and no one will guess it's "health" food. The combination of garlic, tomato, and basil is so perfect and satisfying. I know we are coming out of soup weather, but I think this is good enough to make even in the summer. Maybe with fresh tomatoes? That would be delicious!
You will love this easy paleo creamy chicken tomato soup that is creamy, hearty, and so flavorful! Here are some more soups to try:
- Paleo Italian Wedding Soup
- Ham and Potato Soup (paleo)
- Paleo Loaded Baked Potato Soup
- Mexican Meatball Soup (paleo)
*Updated on 3/25/18 to include Instant Pot Instructions*
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Paleo Creamy Chicken Tomato Soup
Ingredients
- 2 14.5oz cans fire roasted tomatoes
- 1 cup bone broth or water
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup packed fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons garlic oil
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 13.5 oz can full fat coconut milk
Instructions
- In a large stock pot or cast iron brasier, combine the tomatoes, broth or water, pepper, salt, basil, and garlic oil. Str together and place the chicken in the mixture, covering the pieces as much as possible.
- Cook on medium heat, covered, for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, take out chicken and set on a plate, and blend soup with an immersion blender.
- Add in coconut milk and stir to combine.
- Cut up cooked chicken and add back in. Cook on medium for 5 more minutes and serve.
- Top with addition basil and garlic oil if desired.
Instant Pot Instructions
- Place tomatoes, water, pepper, salt, basil, garlic oil, and chicken in the Instant Pot. Stir well and place the top on. Secure it and make the the valve is closed. Hit the "manual" button and reduce time to 7 minutes. Once done cooking hit "cancel" and release the valve.
- Remove the chicken to a plate and chop. Blend the soup with an immersions blender. Add in the coconut milk and chicken and cook (sauté) for 5 minutes.
Jennifer says
I have a few question should the tomatoes be crushed or diced? Where do you buy garlic oil couldn't find it at publix, so I couldn't make recipe. Also what if you dont have an immersion blender?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jennifer- I used diced. Garlic oil is to keep it low FODMAP, if you don't need it low FODMAP (if you don't have IBS or SIBO) then you can use garlic power. If you don't have an immersion blender then it will just be chunky soup. Or you can blend it in a blender if you have one. Hope that helps!
Kerry Bauchiero says
Do you know what the net carbs are in this soup? Looks delicious but my husband is doing keto. Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Kerry- I don't, but you can use a site like My Fitness Pal to calculate that for you. Hope you try it!
Jess says
If I double the recipe in an instant pot, do you think I need to increase the time?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jess- no, it should be the same. Enjoy!
Brandi S. says
Will this freeze well?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Brandy- yes, it does. Enjoy!
Lindsay says
If using the instant pot instructions does the cook time change for chicken breasts?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Lindsay- I'd say add 2 minutes. Enjoy!
Megan says
This is an awesome recipe. My kids and husband were big fans. We aren’t doing strict paleo so I just substituted milk and a little flour in for the coconut milk. I’ve made quite a few of your recipes and you always nail them! You are one of the few foodie bloggers I follow on instagram because you have such darn good recipes! Thanks for sharing them all!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Megan! Thanks for trying it and for the great feedback!
Emily says
We had this for dinner tonight and it was AMAZING! So much better than the “traditional” tomato soup! Thanks for the amazing recipe!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Emily! Thanks for trying it and for the great feedback! So glad you like it!
Stephanie says
made this last weekend and it was soooooo good! super easy recipe!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for trying it, Stephanie! I'm so glad you like it!
Brianna Tickel says
Some of your recipes have become staples in our house. We love this soup so much! Keep the healthy, delicious recipes coming!!! Well done.
Jessica DeMay says
Thank you so much, Brianna! I'm so glad you enjoy my recipes 🙂 Thanks for the kind feedback!
Shumaila says
This soup sounds super yum! Shall I use the tomatoes with skin on if I choose to make it with fresh tomatoes ?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Shumaila- you can do that since it gets blended the skin will just blend right up. Hope you enjoy!