Description

Tuscan Style Chicken Soup is a delicious and hearty dish, perfect for warming up on a chilly day. This traditional Italian soup combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and cannellini beans, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal. Whether you’re looking for comfort food or a nutritious dinner, this Tuscan Chicken Soup recipe is a must-try.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 sprigs fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
1 stick celery, sliced
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 litre (4 cups) chicken stock (ideally homemade)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
400 g cooked cannellini beans, drained
2 skinless chicken breasts, shredded
100 g kale, chopped
Small bunch parsley, chopped
2 tbsp grated Parmesan
To Serve: Fresh thyme, toasted granary bread

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Onion and Garlic

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and sauté over low-medium heat for 10 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 2: Add Vegetables and Stock

Add celery, carrots, and potatoes to the pan, stirring well. Pour in the chicken stock, seasoning with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 3: Add Cannellini Beans and Chicken

Stir in the drained cannellini beans, cooking for another 5 minutes. Add the shredded chicken and cook for 2-3 more minutes until heated through.

Step 4: Incorporate Kale and Finish

Add the chopped kale to the soup, cooking for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

Divide the soup among four bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, and thyme sprigs. Serve with toasted granary bread for a complete meal.

Notes

Use homemade chicken stock for deeper flavor, or opt for high-quality store-bought stock.
For a gluten-free version, serve with gluten-free bread, such as Warburtons Newburn Bakehouse Seeded.
Add extra herbs like basil or oregano for more flavor depth.
If you want a heartier soup, add more beans or vegetables like zucchini or spinach.