Description
This Tuscan Chicken Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be made in just 30 minutes. Packed with tender chicken, white beans, spinach, and aromatic herbs, it’s a comforting meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (such as cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Crusty bread (for serving)
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spiciness)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Start by chopping the vegetables, mincing the garlic, and cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook Chicken: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the onion, garlic, carrots, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Add Broth and Beans: Pour in the chicken broth and add the white beans. Bring to a simmer.
- Finish Soup: Stir in the spinach and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for a few more minutes until spinach is wilted.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like celery or bell peppers for more variety.
- For a creamier soup, stir in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk at the end.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg