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Chicken and Chickpea Soup

Chicken and Chickpea Soup: 5 Steps to Cozy Deliciousness

A hearty chicken and chickpea soup packed with protein and flavor.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until soft.
  3. Add garlic, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  5. Add chickpeas and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This soup freezes well for future meals.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken and Chickpea Soup, hearty soup, protein soup