Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup
This Mexican-inspired soup pairs tender chicken with creamy white beans, bright green chiles, and fresh cilantro for a gently spicy, aromatic bowl. Savory broth ties it together, with a touch of cayenne adding warmth without overwhelming heat. Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup is ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch any time.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Transfer the mixture to a small bowl.
- 4
Stir the chicken in the remaining oil; cook and stir until fully browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 5
Return the onion mixture to the pot; add beans, broth, chiles, cilantro, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- 6
Bring the soup to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and cook until the beans are very tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- Calories 377.04 kcal Moderate
- Protein 45.92 g Good Source
- Carbs 33.1 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.87 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.79 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 93.84 mg High
- Sodium 1014.1 mg High
- Fiber 7.3 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.06 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 103.64 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.54 mg Moderate
- Potassium 583.14 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 15.22 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 4.11 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, and Diced Green Chiles. Each serving provides about 377.04 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Diced Green Chiles, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 377.04 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Simple Chicken and White Bean Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
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