Chicken, tomato and chickpea soup

Warm up with a hearty Chicken, Tomato, and Chickpea Soup! This flavorful recipe combines tender chicken breasts, smoky bacon, fresh vegetables, canned tomatoes, and chickpeas in a savory chicken gravy base. Perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal. Try it today!

  • 27 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 26 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 11 Ingredients

Chicken, tomato and chickpea soup

Welcome to a delightful and hearty Chicken, Tomato, and Chickpea Soup recipe! This dish combines tender chicken breasts, savory bacon, and a medley of vegetables in a rich tomato and chicken gravy base. It's a perfect meal for any occasion and is packed with nutrients to keep you satisfied and energized.

Ingredients:

1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g
1 onion
160g
5 bacon strips
120g
2 garlic cloves
6g
1 carrot
60g
1 stalk celery
130g
1 can canned tomatoes
400g
4 cups chicken gravy
800g
1 lb chicken breasts
450g
1/3 can canned chickpeas
130g
1/2 cup green beans
120g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Finely chop the onion.
- Chop the bacon strips.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Dice the carrot.
- Dice the celery stalk.
- Trim and cut the green beans into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
2. Cook the Bacon and Vegetables:
- Spray a large pot with cooking spray oil and heat over medium heat.
- Add the chopped bacon to the pot and cook until it starts to brown and become crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the finely chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add Tomatoes and Chicken Gravy:
- Pour in the canned tomatoes, including their juice, and stir to combine.
- Add the chicken gravy and bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Cook the Chicken:
- Add the diced chicken breasts to the pot.
- Simmer the soup for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
5. Add Chickpeas and Green Beans:
- Stir in the drained and rinsed chickpeas and the cut green beans.
- Let the soup simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the green beans are tender but still vibrant in color.
6. Taste and Adjust Seasoning (Optional):
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. You can also add any other desired spices or herbs at this point.
7. Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Tips:

- Make sure to dice the vegetables uniformly for even cooking and better texture.

- To enhance the flavor, consider using smoked bacon.

- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of it and then mix it back into the pot.

- For added freshness, garnish with chopped parsley or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

- You can use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken to save time.

There you have it! A nutritious and flavorful Chicken, Tomato, and Chickpea Soup that's sure to become a favorite in your household. With its rich textures and robust flavors, this soup is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size590 grams
Energy
Calories 490kcal24%
Protein
Protein 44g28%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 33g9%
Fiber 7g19%
Sugar 9g9%
Fat
Fat 20g24%
Saturated 6g19%
Cholesterol 120mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 180ug20%
Choline 160mg29%
Vitamin B1 1.00mg84%
Vitamin B2 0.52mg40%
Vitamin B3 16mg101%
Vitamin B6 1.44mg85%
Vitamin B9 110ug28%
Vitamin B12 0.58ug24%
Vitamin C 22mg24%
Vitamin E 1.98mg13%
Vitamin K 30ug24%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 120mg9%
Copper, Cu 0.34mg37%
Iron, Fe 2.96mg27%
Magnesium, Mg 90mg21%
Phosphorus, P 510mg41%
Potassium, K 1180mg35%
Selenium, Se 44ug82%
Sodium, Na 1510mg101%
Zinc, Zn 2.76mg25%
Water
Water 490g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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