Best 6 Chicken Soup With Lentils And Kale Recipes

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Chicken soup with lentils and kale is a hearty and healthy soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils add a boost of protein and fiber, while the kale is packed with vitamins and minerals. The soup is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. If you like a spicy soup, you can add some chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder soup, you can omit the spices altogether. No matter how you make it, chicken soup with lentils and kale is a delicious and nutritious meal that is sure to please the whole family.

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CHICKEN LENTIL SOUP WITH KALE



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Healthy, Hearty soup. The aroma while it's cooking is wonderful. I found this in a magazine, made a few changes. You'll love this soup.

Provided by daisyb6107

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup coarsely chopped carrot
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1 -2 bay leaf
4 cups coarsely chopped kale
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup dry lentils

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add onion, carrot, and garlic. Cook, covered, for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are nearly tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add broth, bay leaves and, if using, dried basil to vegetable mixture. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in kale, lentils, salt and black pepper. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered 10 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken,tomato, and , if using, fresh basil. Simmer, covered, for 15-20 min more or until kale and lentils are tender.
  • Remove bay leaves before serving.

LENTIL AND CHICKEN SOUP WITH SWEET POTATOES AND ESCAROLE



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Turn a leftover roast chicken or store-bought rotisserie chicken into a hearty dinner soup in just about half an hour, then add a nice dose of brightness to it with lots of fresh dill and lemon juice.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Sweet Potato/Yam     Lentil     Celery     Garlic     Escarole     Dill     Lemon Juice     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quick and Healthy     Healthy     Winter     Dinner

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cooked chicken carcass (from 1 store-bought rotisserie chicken or homemade roast chicken)
1 lb. sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled, cut into 1" pieces
3/4 cup French lentils (about 5 oz.), rinsed
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
10 celery stalks, sliced on the bias into 1/4" slices
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken (from 1/2 of a store-bought rotisserie chicken or homemade roast chicken)
1/2 head escarole, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup finely chopped dill
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place chicken carcass, potatoes, lentils, and 1 tsp. salt in a large pot. Cover with 8 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are fork tender and lentils are cooked through, 10-12 minutes. Discard chicken carcass.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high. Add celery and garlic and cook, stirring often, until celery and garlic are lightly golden brown and tender, about 12 minutes.
  • Stir celery, garlic, shredded chicken, and escarole into soup and cook, stirring occasionally, until escarole is wilted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in dill and lemon juice; season soup with salt.

AMAZING LENTILS AND KALE



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This is so easy and so good.

Provided by Angelatizzle

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup chopped onion
5 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups vegetable broth
1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils
1 (24 ounce) jar chunky-style salsa
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bunch kale, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir shredded carrot, chopped onion, and minced garlic in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Pour vegetable broth into the pot. Stir lentils and salsa into the broth mixture. Bring to a boil, place a cover on the pot, and cook at a simmer until the lentils are softened, about 45 minutes.
  • Season the lentil mixture with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  • Stir kale into the lentil mixture. Replace the cover onto the pot and cook just until the kale is wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.6 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 20.1 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1207.8 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

LEMONY LENTILS WITH KALE



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Lemon brightens up these lentils for a zesty and inexpensive meal. Serve with a crusty baguette.

Provided by Dezzie

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 thyme sprigs
½ teaspoon kosher salt
ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
½ pound green lentils
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups chicken broth
1 bunch dinosaur kale, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and carrot in the hot oil until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic, thyme sprigs, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook and stir to coat, 1 minute.
  • Stir lentils, tomatoes and their juice, and chicken stock into onion mixture. Cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. Add kale, lemon zest, and lemon juice; cook until kale is wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.7 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 21.8 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 449.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

CHICKEN AND LENTIL SOUP



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Make and share this Chicken and Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 large carrot, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 leek, whites only, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 ounces mushrooms, chopped
3 tablespoons dry white wine
4 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup brown lentils
8 ounces cooked chicken, diced
salt & freshly ground black pepper
freshly chopped thyme, to garnish

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan.
  • Add the carrot, onion, leek, celery and mushrooms; cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened.
  • Stir in the wine and chicken broth.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Add the thyme and bay leaf; reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Add the lentils and continue cooking, covered, for another 30 to 40 minutes, or until the lentils are just tender, stirring the soup from time to time.
  • Stir in the diced chicken and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cook until just heated through.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped thyme.

SHREDDED CHICKEN WITH KALE AND LENTILS



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To make this already quick to put together meal even easier, use leftover or rotisserie chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 bunches kale, tough stems removed, torn into bite-size pieces
2 cups lentils (from a 15.5-ounce can), drained and rinsed
2 cups shredded cooked skinless chicken breasts
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add onion and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add kale and cook, stirring occasionally, until kale is wilted and tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add 1 tablespoon oil and lentils to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 20 seconds. Transfer to bowl with kale, toss to combine, and divide among 4 bowls. Top with chicken and squeeze lemon over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 25 g

Tips:

  • When choosing lentils, consider the type you want to use. Brown lentils cook quickly and have a mild flavor, while green lentils hold their shape better and have a more peppery taste.
  • If you don't have any chicken broth on hand, you can use vegetable broth instead.
  • Add vegetables to your soup. Try carrots, celery, onions, or potatoes.
  • Season your soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, or other spices as desired.
  • Serve your soup with a side of crusty bread, crackers, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Chicken soup with lentils and kale is a healthy, hearty, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a good option for a Meatless Monday meal. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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