Chicken Bean Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Chicken Bean Soup, a comforting and nutrient-packed recipe perfect for any day of the week. Featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy cannellini beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, this soup is flavored with aromatic spices including thyme, cumin, and smoked paprika for a rich, savory depth. Its 15-minute prep time and one-pot simplicity make it an excellent choice for busy weeknights, while the low-sodium chicken broth and wholesome ingredients keep it light yet satisfying. Serve this irresistible soup with crusty bread for dipping, and enjoy a perfectly balanced, protein-rich meal the whole family will love. Keywords: chicken bean soup, hearty soup recipe, healthy soup, one-pot recipes, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 2 medium carrots (peeled and diced)
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 15 ounces cooked cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
• 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 cups spinach (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the chicken breast with a pinch of salt and pepper, then add it to the pot. Sear on both sides until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the thyme, cumin, and smoked paprika, and cook for an additional minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), cannellini beans, chicken broth, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the chicken breast to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Discard the bay leaf.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the soup, then stir in the chopped spinach. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with your favorite crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3276.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1748.8

Total Fat 51.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 3357.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 189.2g	0%

Vitamin D 59.0IU	0%
Calcium 652.5mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 5316.7mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 31.0%