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Tuscan Chicken Soup Recipe

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Warm up your kitchen with this comforting Tuscan Chicken Soup Recipe, a hearty dish inspired by rustic Italian cuisine. Perfect for cozy nights in or quick lunch prep, this soup is filled with tender shredded chicken, creamy cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. A splash of lemon juice at the end adds a refreshing brightness to each bowl, making it not just delicious but also satisfying. This nourishing soup fits seamlessly into any weeknight dinner rotation or meal prep plan, ensuring you enjoy Mediterranean charm in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • 6 cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
  • 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (turkey can be used as an alternative)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and diced celery; sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme; cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Stir in rinsed cannellini beans; reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  6. Add shredded chicken and simmer until heated through (5–10 minutes).
  7. Incorporate fresh spinach and lemon juice; cook briefly until spinach wilts.
  8. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes before serving hot.

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