Step 1

Place all Broth ingredients EXCEPT milk into a pot, cover with lid and bring to energetic simmer over medium high heat.

Step 2

Lower to medium and simmer for 15 minutes until zucchinis is very soft.

Step 3

Remove from heat, add milk. Use a handheld blender to blitz until smooth. Add salt to taste. Marvel at creamy broth with so few calories!

Step 4

Melt butter in a pot or large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add garlic, onion, carrot and celery. Cook for 3 minutes, then add capsicum. Cook for another 2 minutes until onion is translucent and sweet.

Step 6

Add Broth, chicken and peas. Bring to gentle simmer for just 2 to 3 minutes or until peas are cooked.

Step 7

Taste and adjust salt and pepper.

Step 8

Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with a pinch of fresh thyme leaves. Devour, and marvel at how such a creamy, totally delicious bowl of soup has so few calories!!