A delicious and hearty soup made with chicken, white beans, and topped with pesto.
A delicious and hearty soup made with chicken, white beans, and topped with pesto.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cans white beans 15 ounces each, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp thyme dried
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup pesto for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add the white beans and dried thyme to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a spoonful of pesto.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 8gFiber: 8g
I’m not really a fan of beans, so I left them out. The soup was kinda bland. I guess I need to follow the recipe next time… 2/5.
Simple and quick! I added extra garlic because I love it. Yummm!
Chicken broth and beans?! Isn’t that kinda weird? I prefer my soups to be more… authentic?
This recipie is a little too healthy for my taste. I might try it with cream instead of broth next time.
AAAAAAAAAHH! I accidentally spilled the beans in before the chicken was done!! It still turned out fine tho!!
Haha, sometimes the best things happen by accident! Glad it turned out well for you! 😊
I dunno man… kinda underwhelming. It’s just soup after all. Is it really that special?
I get what you’re saying, but it’s all about the flavors! The pesto adds a nice kick. You might be surprised if you give it a shot.
I followed the recipe but it turned out kinda bland. Needed more spices, maybe some cayenne pepper? Just a thought.
I think adding cayenne would definitely kick it up a notch! Spices are super important for flavor. Maybe try some paprika too!
Bland? I thought it was great! But I guess everyone has different tastes. Maybe you just need to season it better next time.
Delicious! I added some spinach at the end for extra greens. Mmm 😋
Heck yeah! This is the best soup ever! 🤗
Quick to prepare but my chicken got dry. Maybe next time I’ll reduce the cooking time.
IDK, I prefer my soup thick, not soupy. Maybe I should try adding rice? 🤔
This is a good soup, but I wish it had a bit more kick. I think I’ll add some chili flakes next time. Overall, not bad.
I totally agree! A little heat can make a world of difference. Chili flakes sound like an awesome idea!
Yummy! My kids loved it and that’s hard to do. Pesto was a good call!
Loved it! I added some spinach and used rotisserie chicken to save time. Huge hit at dinner! 🙂
This soup was a hit with my family! Super easy to make and so flavorful. Will definitely be making it again!
I’m glad to hear that! This soup is one of my favorites too. The pesto really makes it pop!
It was just okay for me. I feel like it could use more spices, maybe some chili flakes?
The instructions were kinda confusing. What does ‘simmer’ mean? My soup turned out weird. Not impressed at all.
Confusing? Nah, it’s pretty simple once you know! Just keep an eye on it next time, you’ll get it right!
Sorry to hear that! Simmering just means to cook something gently so it bubbles a little. Don’t give up, maybe try again?
Wasn’t super impressed. It was kind of bland, maybe add some spices?
Bland? Nah, just need to season it better. I added cayenne and it was great! Maybe you just missed that part?
I totally agree! A little chili powder or some Italian seasoning could really amp up the flavor. Don’t be afraid to experiment! 😊
Seriously the best! We had it for dinner last night and my kids finished their bowls! 👍
I’m so glad you and your kids enjoyed it! It’s a hit at our house too. 😊
Does it really taste that good? I was thinking of trying but my kids usually don’t eat soup.
This soup is amazing! So flavorful and the pesto takes it to another level. My family loved it! 5 stars!
Yummm!!! 😋 So good!
This soup is so delicious! I love the flavor the pesto adds. Will definitely make again!
Not enough chicken for my taste. Gonna throw in more next time.