Chicken Bacon and White Bean Soup Portuguese Style

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Chicken Bacon and White Bean Soup Portuguese Style, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that combines rustic ingredients with bold Mediterranean-inspired spices. This satisfying soup features tender chicken thighs, crispy bacon, creamy cannellini beans, vibrant kale, and a fragrant base of paprika, smoked paprika, and garlic, all simmered in a rich chicken broth. The addition of lemon juice brightens the flavors, while red bell pepper and onion add a touch of sweetness. Perfect for cozy evenings, this one-pot recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour and serves as a wholesome, nourishing meal. Serve it fresh with a garnish of parsley for a fragrant finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cups kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
• 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 3

Season the chicken pieces with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the paprika, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 7

Add the chicken broth, bay leaf, cooked chicken, bacon, cannellini beans, kale, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3367.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2425.1

Total Fat 104.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 489.1mg	0%
Sodium 7693.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 188.2g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 925.2mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 6765.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 30.2%