Protein-Packed Chicken and Chickpea Soup
Protein-Packed Chicken and Chickpea Soup is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, hearty chickpeas, and vibrant vegetables in a flavorful broth. This one-pot recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or meal prep, offering a nutritious boost with every spoonful. Easy to make and even easier to love, it’s an ideal choice for nourishing your body while delighting your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the vegetable broth until all ingredients are submerged. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add rinsed chickpeas and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the pot once fully cooked (165°F/74°C), shred it with two forks, then return it back to the soup.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with fresh parsley or croutons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg