Tuscan Chicken Soup
Tuscan Chicken Soup is a comforting dish that captures the essence of Italy in every spoonful. This hearty soup features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a flavor profile that warms the soul and delights the palate. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with herbs
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather and chop all ingredients into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook Chicken: Add chicken breasts to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
- Add Broth & Tomatoes: Pour in chicken broth and canned tomatoes; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Incorporate Greens: Stir in spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Shred & Season: Remove chicken from pot, shred with two forks, return it to the soup along with lemon juice, and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg