Mason Jar Chicken Zoodle Soup

This mouthwatering mason jar chicken zoodle soup is simply perfect for healthy meals on the go. It’s a breeze to prepare and makes a tasty, filling lunch.

You might also want to try easy cabbage and vegetable soup, this tasty minestrone soup, or even some Mediterranean feta cheese and tomato soup.

Why You’ll Love It

Great for meal prep: This soup mix is ready in under half an hour and can be refrigerated for days, making it a wonderful meal prep option.
Simple to put together: Even a total beginner in the kitchen can make this tasty soup with ease.
Tastes so good: The fresh vegetables, Italian seasoning and garlic add fresh and vibrant flavors to the soup.
Gluten-free and dairy-free: As long as you choose gluten-free bouillon cubes, you don’t have to worry about gluten or dairy in this soup.

Chicken Zoodle Soup in a Jar Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Chicken breasts: I like to use boneless skinless chicken. You could use chicken thighs if you prefer.
Vegetables: Onion, celery, carrots, and zucchini are delicious in the soup.
Seasonings: Italian seasoning, fennel seed, salt and pepper work well.
Chicken bouillon cubes: You can use bouillon powder instead if that’s what you have. (I love these bouillon cubes!)
Garlic: Always wonderful in savory soup recipes.

How to Make Mason Jar Chicken Zoodle Soup

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Cook the vegetables: Sauté the onions, celery and carrots in olive oil until tender and then stir in the garlic and seasonings and cook a little more.
Assemble the mason jar soups: Divide the vegetable mixture between 4 quart-sized mason jars and top each with a bouillon cube.
Cover and chill: Seal the jars and refrigerate. When you’re ready to serve, add boiling water and microwave for a couple of minutes, then enjoy.

Substitutions and Variations

Chicken: Cook your own or use shredded rotisserie chicken. Alternatively, turkey, ham or cooked shrimp would work.
Add grains: Add cooked rice, chickpeas, couscous, or quinoa to the bottom of the jar before layering on the other ingredients.
Make it creamy: Add a splash of heavy cream or canned coconut milk for a creamy chicken soup.
Give it Asian flair: Swap the Italian seasoning and fennel seed for a dash each of lime juice and fish sauce and perhaps also some minced chilies, dried garlic and ginger, cilantro and soy sauce.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a drizzle of sriracha for a spicy kick if you like it hot.
Fennel seed: Fennel seed is optional, but I like the taste it adds to chicken zoodle soup. If you can find a fennel bulb instead, thinly slice the bulb portion and sauté it along with the onions, carrots, and celery.
For garnish: Fresh parsley, thyme, oregano, or basil would all work as garnishes.

Serving Suggestions

With bread: Garlic bread would be good with the soup, or you could have dried breadsticks or cheese twists.
With salad: Enjoy a lemon parmesan chopped salad or panzanella salad with this soup.
With a sandwich: Pair it with a pimento cheese sandwich.

How to Store Zucchini Chicken Noodle Soup Jars

Store: Store the sealed jars in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze: You can freeze the jars for up to 2 months although the vegetables will go a bit mushy.