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!
Cook time 26 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
1 short spray cooking spray oil1 onion
5 bacon strips
2 garlic cloves
1 carrot
1 stalk celery
1 can canned tomatoes
4 cups chicken gravy
1 lb chicken breasts
1/3 can canned chickpeas
1/2 cup green beans
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.
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes, including their juice, and stir to combine.
- Add the chicken gravy and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 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.
- 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.
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. You can also add any other desired spices or herbs at this point.
- 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 per serving
4 ServingsCalories 490kcal
Protein 44g
Carbohydrates 33g
Fiber 7g
Sugar 9g
Fat 20g
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