Chunky Chicken Corn Soup
Chunky Chicken Corn Soup is a hearty, comforting soup featuring tender pieces of chicken and sweet corn kernels in a savory broth. It typically includes ingredients like chicken breast or thighs, sweet corn (often creamed or whole kernel), carrots, celery, onions, and sometimes potatoes or noodles for added texture. This dish is popular in American and Chinese-American cuisine, often served as a warming meal or appetizer.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This soup is generally high in protein from the chicken and provides a good balance of carbohydrates from the corn and vegetables, with moderate fat depending on the cut of chicken used. Key nutrients include fiber from the vegetables, vitamin C from the corn and carrots, and B vitamins from the chicken. A typical serving (about 1.5 cups) ranges from 200 to 300 calories, making it a satisfying yet relatively light option.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 4 mg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this soup reflects a fusion of American comfort food with influences from Chinese-American cooking, where corn and chicken are common staples. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the combination of protein and fiber helps promote satiety, and the use of corn adds natural sweetness without needing added sugars.
