Description
A hearty and nutritious Mediterranean chicken and chickpea soup featuring tender chicken breasts, protein-rich chickpeas, and vibrant vegetables simmered with warm spices for a comforting and wholesome meal perfect any day.
Ingredients
Chicken and Broth
- 2 chicken breasts
- 6 cups chicken broth
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
Spices and Oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced carrot. Cook and stir until the vegetables soften and become fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Broth: Place the chicken breasts into the pot with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Simmer Chicken: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently until the chicken is fully cooked through, about 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the chicken to tenderize.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back into the soup pot.
- Add Chickpeas and Spices: Stir in the rinsed chickpeas, cumin, and paprika. Continue to simmer the soup for another 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the chickpeas to heat through and spices to enhance the broth.
- Season and Garnish: Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- Add fresh spinach or kale towards the end of cooking for added nutrients and color.
- Using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can reduce overall preparation time.
- Adjust the amounts of cumin and paprika to suit personal taste preferences and desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
