Tuscan Chicken Soup
Tuscan Chicken Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this soup not only warms the body but also delights the senses with its vibrant colors and enticing aroma. Easy to prepare on busy weeknights, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic and diced onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add chopped carrots, celery, and zucchini; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add diced chicken and reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for about 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in spinach or kale just before serving; allow them to wilt slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg