Description
Warm up with this hearty Tuscan Chicken Soup, a comforting dish brimming with vibrant Italian flavors. Perfect for cozy fall and winter evenings, this one-pot meal combines tender shredded chicken, creamy beans, and the rich taste of sun-dried tomatoes. It’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for any dinner table. Ideal for meal prep, you can easily make a double batch to enjoy throughout the week or freeze leftovers for later. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 large carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 1/3 cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/3 cup white apple vinegar
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 15 ounce can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 – 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (start with 1 and add more as needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion until softened, then add sliced carrots and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste; sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in white apple vinegar and let simmer until reduced.
- Add chicken broth, cannellini beans, heavy cream, thyme, oregano, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (leave out bay leaves).
- Mix well; optionally blend part of the soup for creaminess.
- Stir in shredded chicken and bay leaves; simmer for at least 15 minutes.
- Remove bay leaves; stir in spinach until wilted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg