Description
Bring the warmth and flavors of Italy to your table with this hearty and nutritious Tuscan Chicken Soup. Packed with tender chicken, creamy white beans, and vibrant spinach, this comforting soup is easy to make and perfect for any season. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and carrots, sautéing for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Seasonings and Chicken:
- Stir in dried oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts into the pot and pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken:
- Remove chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add Beans and Spinach:
- Stir in the drained and rinsed white beans.
- Add fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt into the soup. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if needed.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Serve with crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, mash some of the beans before adding them to the soup.
- If you’re short on time, use rotisserie chicken and add it during the final 5 minutes of cooking.
- This soup stores well and reheats beautifully, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian