A warm, vibrant bowl of gluten-free chicken noodle soup made with kelp noodles, shredded chicken, and colorful vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley and served with a lime wedge. A healthy, low-calorie twist on classic comfort food—perfect for cozy meals and gluten-sensitive diets.

Learn how to make a hearty, gluten-free chicken noodle soup with kelp noodles for a healthy twist on this classic comfort food!

🥢 Why Kelp Noodles?

Hey gurl! Let me just say—I LOVE soup.
Like, if I don’t know what to eat or nothing sounds good, a hot, hearty bowl of goodness always saves the day.
Growing up, my mom made the most delicious, garlic-heavy vegetable ramen soup. It was basically the highlight of being sick (because, let’s be real, unless I was half-dead, I was still going to school).

Fast forward a few years—and bam—I found out ramen noodles are NOT my friend.
For all my gluten-sensitive baddies out there, you know the struggle: hours of bloating and fatigue just aren’t worth it.

But don’t worry gurl, I found the perfect ramen replacement: kelp noodles.

Now, I know what you’re thinking—seaweed noodles?? Ew, seawater flavor?
But let me reassure you: NO.
Kelp noodles don’t taste like seawater at all. They’ve got this neutral flavor that soaks up all the deliciousness of the broth. Plus, they’re gluten-free, fat-free, and nearly carb-free—with just 6 calories per ½ cup.
Like, Maruchan could never. ✨

✨ Why You’ll Love This Gluten-Free Chicken Noodle Soup:

✔ Gluten-Free & Low-Calorie: Kelp noodles keep it light, cozy, and gut-friendly.
✔ Nutrient-Packed: Fresh veggies and lean chicken = wholesome, balanced comfort.
✔ Customizable: Add spice, switch up the veggies, tweak the broth—it’s your cozy bowl, your way.

🛒 Ingredients:

Protein & Veggies:

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup onions, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 cup potatoes, peeled and cubed (optional for a heartier soup)
  • 1 cup mixed bell peppers (green, red, yellow, or orange), diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 package kelp noodles (soaked and prepped)

Seasonings:

  • 1 tablespoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dominican oregano powder (or regular oregano)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For Cooking:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Fresh Sazón ([link to homemade recipe])
  • Baking soda (for softening kelp noodles)
  • Lime or lemon (for soaking noodles and garnishing)

🔥 Instructions:

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients

  • Clean the Chicken: Rinse in lemon/lime juice or white vinegar water, soak for a few minutes, rinse, and pat dry.
  • Chop the Veggies: Dice everything into bite-sized pieces.
  • Prep the Kelp Noodles:
     Soak in water with a pinch of baking soda and a squeeze of lemon. Soak longer for softer texture. Rinse once softened.

Step 2: Season & (Optional) Sear the Chicken

  • Season the Chicken: Toss with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Sear the Chicken: (Optional but delicious!)
    Sear in 1 tbsp olive oil for 5–7 minutes per side until golden.

Step 3: Build the Soup Base

  • Sauté the Seasonings:
     In a large saucepan with 2 tbsp olive oil, bloom all the dry spices for 30 seconds.
  • Add the Veggies:
     Sauté the onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, and peppers for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add Garlic & Sazón:
     Stir in minced garlic and fresh sazon if using.

Step 4: Combine & Simmer

  • Add Chicken & Water:
     Pour enough water to fully cover chicken and veggies.
  • Simmer:
     Cover and cook over low-medium heat for about 20 minutes, until the chicken is fork-tender.
  • Shred the Chicken:
     Shred directly in the pot using two forks.

Step 5: Add the Kelp Noodles

  • Turn off the heat.
  • Stir in the soaked kelp noodles and let them sit 5 minutes to soak up all the broth goodness.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!

  • Garnish with: Fresh parsley, green onions, or a squeeze of lime.
  • Pair with: Gluten-free bread or a simple salad.

📊 Nutritional Breakdown (per serving, based on 4 servings):

  • Calories: ~340 kcal
  • Protein: ~32g
  • Fat: ~14g
  • Carbs: ~22g
  • Fiber: ~4g
  • Net Carbs: ~18g

💡 Final Thoughts: A Comfort Food Classic with a Healthy Twist

This gluten-free chicken noodle soup with kelp noodles is pure cozy magic.
It’s hearty, gut-friendly, nourishing, and proof that you don’t have to give up comfort food to feel good.
Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just need a warm hug in a bowl, this is your go-to. 🍜✨

💬 Tried this recipe? Drop a comment below and let me know how it turned out!

📌 Want more gluten-free comfort foods? Check out my [favorite cozy recipes here!]🚀

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