Description
Tuscan Chicken Soup is a heartwarming and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices in a rich broth. With minimal prep time and a delightful presentation, it’s an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Serve it with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic, carrots, and celery until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes to the pot; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Before serving, mix in fresh spinach or kale until wilted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 2 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg