Nutrition Notes
I Have to Watch My Sodium Intake, What Can I Substitute for Rotisserie Chicken?
Rotisserie chicken tends to be high in sodium due to the salt in the rub and the solution that is often injected into the meat to add flavor. If your market does not carry low-sodium rotisserie chicken, try making our simple recipe for Best Poached Chicken. It makes a flavorful chicken that shreds easily and will be lower in sodium than rotisserie chicken. Omit the salt in the recipe for less sodium.
Does the Celery Add Any Nutrition to This Soup?
Unassuming in its appearance, celery is a good source of vitamin K, and it provides potassium as well as antioxidants.
Tips from the Test Kitchen
Can I Use 2% Milk Instead of Whole Milk?
Yes, you can use 2% milk as a substitute for whole milk in the soup. The soup will be slightly less creamy with a lighter broth.
Can I Use Other Types of Noodles?
Feel free to use your favorite whole-wheat noodles, such as rotini, fusilli, gemelli or any other short pasta. Thicker noodles will need to cook longer, so adjust the cooking time as needed.
Photographer: Caitlin bensel, Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
I Don’t Have Rotisserie Chicken. Can I Use Leftover Chicken Instead?
Absolutely! You can use leftover roast chicken breasts for this recipe. If you don’t have any leftover chicken, you can roast chicken breasts in the oven while you’re prepping the other ingredients.
Additional reporting by Jan Valdez and Carrie Myers