Description
Warm up your evenings with this comforting White Bean Chicken Soup, a hearty blend of tender chicken, creamy white beans, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for chilly nights or unexpected guests, this easy-to-make soup is a family favorite that promises satisfaction and delight with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained
- 2 cups carrots, diced
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts, thyme, bay leaves, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot along with drained white beans. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg