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
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:
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 Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 590 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 490kcal | 24% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 44g | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 33g | 9% |
| Fiber 7g | 19% |
| Sugar 9g | 9% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 20g | 24% |
| Saturated 6g | 19% |
| Cholesterol 120mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 180ug | 20% |
| Choline 160mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 1.00mg | 84% |
| Vitamin B2 0.52mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 16mg | 101% |
| Vitamin B6 1.44mg | 85% |
| Vitamin B9 110ug | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 0.58ug | 24% |
| Vitamin C 22mg | 24% |
| Vitamin E 1.98mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K 30ug | 24% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 120mg | 9% |
| Copper, Cu 0.34mg | 37% |
| Iron, Fe 2.96mg | 27% |
| Magnesium, Mg 90mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus, P 510mg | 41% |
| Potassium, K 1180mg | 35% |
| Selenium, Se 44ug | 82% |
| Sodium, Na 1510mg | 101% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.76mg | 25% |
| 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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