Gluten-Free Recipes

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Soup

This healthy recipe for instant pot pesto chicken soup is low carb, keto, paleo and Whole30! It is easy to make from scratch is is loaded with veggies. I love a simple gluten free recipe for soups with lots of vegetables!

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Soup combines savory chicken and vibrant homemade pesto for a comforting, hearty dish. This recipe features healthy ingredients like protein and vegetables, making it a nutritious choice for any meal.

With the addition of spinach, it's a flavorful twist on traditional chicken soup. Perfect for fall, this easy soup recipe is ideal for quick dinners and showcases delicious pesto in every bite.

I've been making this green chicken soup for a couple of years. It never disappoints when I make it! It has great flavor and is super easy to make in your instant pot.

If you are looking for more chicken recipes try my Gluten Free Instant Pot Chicken & Dumplings, my Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan Pasta Casserole, my The Best Old Fashioned Chicken Salad or my Gluten Free Instant Pot Chicken and Mushroom Soup.

You can find all of my soup recipes here: Gluten Free Soup Recipes

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Place all ingredients into the bowl of your Instant Pot. Seal the lid per the instructions. Lock the steam setting. Using the manual setting cook the soup for 10 minutes.

Let the steam slow release naturally from the Instant Pot. Stir the soup breaking up the chicken chunks.

Serve the soup hot with grated parmesan cheese on top.

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Is this soup paleo?

Yes, it is. It is loaded with healthy ingredients that are naturally paleo.

Is this instant pot pesto chicken soup keto?

Yes! There are vegetables in this recipe that may be higher in carbs, but depending on what your carb intake is this should work for you. With the olive oil and pesto there are plenty of healthy fats.

Will this pesto chicken soup be gluten free?

Yes! All of the ingredients are gluten free. This healthy soup should be fine for gluten free, paleo, keto, low carb and Whole30. It's perfect to make for lunch or dinner.

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Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Soup

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Author: Elaine VanVleck
Total Time: 34 minutes
Yield: 5 servings 1x
Diet: Gluten Free

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2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
2 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
1 medium White Onion, chopped
4 stalks Celery, diced
2 cups Frozen Peas
5 cups Spinach, chopped
32 ounces Chicken Stock
½ cup Basil Pesto
2 tsp. Dried Fennel
1 tsp. Sea Salt
¼ tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper
3-4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cubed
Parmesan Cheese for serving

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Instructions

Place all ingredients into the bowl of your Instant Pot. Seal the lid per the instructions. Lock the steam setting. Using the manual setting cook the soup for 10 minutes.

Let the steam slow release naturally from the Instant Pot. Stir the soup breaking up the chicken chunks.

Serve the soup hot with grated parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

You can use other cuts of chicken, but I like the hearty chunks of chicken breast best.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 24 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Gluten Free

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This a collection of things I'm loving right now. I've included recipes that are perfect for this season and some of my favorite things. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and scroll through all the stuff I've enjoyed this week.

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I'm sharing three recipes that will be perfect for meals this week. I love to eat this gluten free Italian keto bread toasted with some butter on it with soups this time of year.

I hope you have a happy New Year's Eve!

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Recipe Ideas for the Week

Gluten Free Sloppy Joe Casserole

Gluten Free Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup

Gluten Free Italian Keto Bread

Stuff I Love

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Women's Loungewear

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As we are getting close to Christmas I have lots of ideas that could be gifts or something for you. I'm all about the warm layers right now and there are so many pretty sweaters and jackets this season.

I also have my three favorite Christmas movies from this week. We stream everything, so during the holiday season I use the Frndly App to watch Hallmark movies. They just added Lifetime, so I caught up on a few of their movies.

I have a holiday dessert recipe and two meal ideas for you this week. I'm all about soups and cozy casseroles this time of year. I love when there are leftovers for the next night too. Are you a leftovers fan?

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Cozy Women's Winter Clothing

Whether you are shopping for yourself or you are looking for some gift ideas you can't go wrong with a new jacket or warm winter sweater. These knit hats also make great stocking stuffers.

Recipe Ideas for the Week

Gluten Free Eggnog Cheesecake Bars with Gingersnap Crust

Instant Pot Beef and Vegetable Soup

Gluten Free Pasta Taco Bake

Stuff I Love

What I'm Listening To - I use my Amazon Echo to play music while I work. Right now I'm listening to the playlist "My Year In Review 2021". They are all my favorite songs I played this year!

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Stocking Stuffer Ideas

My Favorite Things From Around The Web

I like to use glass food storage containers with locking lids. I ordered this square glass food storage container from Target and I really like it.

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New Year's Eve Party Supplies

Whether you are staying home for the New Year or going to a gathering it should involve tasty snacks. I've put together my favorite gluten free New Year's snacks that would be perfect for your New Year's Eve celebration and some party supplies to ring in the new year.

New Year's Eve Party Snacks

Gluten Free Monster Cookies

This recipe for gluten free monster cookies taste just like my childhood favorite recipe! It is so easy to make these homemade cookies with oatmeal and rice crispies. I think these are the best cookies! They are soft, chewy and full of yummy chocolate candies.

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