Best 12 Chicken Sweet Potato And Spinach Soup Recipes

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Incorporating chicken, sweet potatoes, and spinach, this delectable soup is an explosion of flavors and a treasure trove of nutrients. Every spoonful promises a comforting warmth that soothes the body and soul, while tantalizing taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors. Its simplicity belies the depth of its flavor, as the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes intertwines with the earthy notes of spinach and the savory richness of chicken, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. And best of all, this delicious and nourishing soup is a breeze to make, requiring just a few basic ingredients and minimal cooking time - perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN, SPINACH, AND POTATO SOUP



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This delicious, fresh soup combines all of the great features of a full dinner into one bowl.

Provided by Catherine Ann

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs
2 cups chicken stock
4 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 large potatoes, cubed
1 (16 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach
½ cup diced roasted red peppers
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring chicken thighs, chicken stock, and water to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue simmer in until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Remove the chicken thighs, and set aside to cool. Reserve the broth.
  • While the thighs are cooling, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, then strain the reserved cooking liquid into the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Cut the cooked chicken into cubes and add to the simmering potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, then stir in the garbanzo beans, spinach, and roasted pepper; simmer 10 more minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 504.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CHICKEN, SWEET POTATO AND SPINACH SOUP



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My mom made this for me every time I was sick; it was the only thing I could keep down. It was mild but I love it even when I'm not under the weather. She would use her own roasted chickens, but when I'm not feeling well I don't feel like roasting my own chicken, and the store-bought ones work in a pinch. Serve with crusty bread.

Provided by tellinglaurel

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken stock
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup cooked roast chicken meat
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat chicken stock and sweet potato in a stockpot over high heat. Cook until sweet potato is soft enough to pierce with a fork, about 10 minutes. Stir in spinach, chicken, and garlic; simmer until spinach is wilted and broth is reduced slightly, 10 to 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 686.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SPICY CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP WITH SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH



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Make and share this Spicy Chicken Barley Soup With Sweet Potatoes and Spinach recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 Spanish onion, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
cayenne, a pinch
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, chopped
6 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup pearl barley, rinsed well
1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces (or thigh)
5 ounces Baby Spinach
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/2 cup mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
lemon wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over high heat.
  • Add the onion and salt and saute until limp, about 3 minutes.
  • Add all the spices and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and saute for another minute, until darkened but not burned (if the tomato paste looks too dark too quickly, lower the heat).
  • Add the garlic and continue to saute for 1 minute longer.
  • Return the heat to high if you lowered it, then add the broth, 2 cups water, and the barley to the pot.
  • Bring to a boil and let simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add the sweet potato and continue to cook until the barley and sweet potato are soft, about 30 minutes to an hour more, adding more water to the pot if necessary (it should not get too thick).
  • Add the chicken, partially cover the pot, lower the heat to med-low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and cilantro to the pot and continue simmering until the spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and more salt if desired.
  • Serve garnished cilantro and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.7, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 365.2, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 16.3

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND WILTED SPINACH



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large red onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup butter
1 bag baby spinach (between 10 ounces and 16 ounces), soaked, well-rinsed and dried

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, season potatoes with salt and pepper and toss with oil to coat. Place on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove briefly from oven and toss in onions, and return to oven to roast until potatoes are tender, approximately another 20 minutes. Transfer roasted potato mixture to a bowl. Drizzle honey over potatoes, add butter, mixing well, and then gently toss in spinach. The heat from the potatoes will wilt the spinach.

CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 medium boneless chicken breasts, (about 12 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Sour cream or Mexican crema, for serving
Chipotle hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a large soup pot. Add the onions, garlic, and bay leaf, cook stirring occasionally until the onions are slightly soft, about 3 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes and cook until soft around the edges, another 2 minutes. Scatter the flour over the vegetables and stir until the flour is absorbed into the mixture, 1 minute.
  • 2. Add the broth to the pot, whisking until smooth. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat and season with 2 teaspoons salt and some pepper. Once the soup boils, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • 3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, stir into the soup and cook until just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the cilantro and divide the soup into 4 serving bowls. Top each soup with sour cream and chipotle hot sauce as desired. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 9.5 grams, Cholesterol 87 milligrams, Sodium 1185 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams

CHICKEN POTATO SPINACH SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 c (960 ml)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup (240 ml) chicken or vegetable stock
1 1/2 cups (360 ml) milk
1/2 small onion, peeled or about 1/3 cup chopped
3 (519 g) medium potatoes, baked or boiled, with skin (reserve 1 potato)
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 Tablespoon spinach, cooked or frozen
5 ounces (140 g) chicken breast, skinned and boned, cooked and cut up
Salt, to taste

Steps:

  • 1.Place broth, skim milk, onion, two potatoes, and rosemary into the Vitamix container and secure lid.
  • 2.Select Variable 1.
  • 3.Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High.
  • 4.Blend for 4-5 minutes or until heavy steam escapes from the vented lid.
  • 5.Reduce speed to Variable 3 and remove the lid plug.
  • 6.Add spinach and reserved potato through the lid plug opening and blend until potato is chopped, about 10 seconds.
  • 7.Drop in chicken and blend for an additional 5 seconds.
  • For recipe variation, use vegetable bouillon cubes and omit chicken stock to make this recipe suitable for vegetarian diets.

SPICY SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA SOUP



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I love hearty, healthy entree soups, and a bowl of this southwestern sweet potato-soup really satisfies. I add a can of chickpeas for protein, making it ideal for an easy dinner. And it reheats and even freezes beautifully, so I often make a double batch. -Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup water
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 green onions, sliced
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in spices. Add potatoes, chickpeas, stock and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan and heat through. Top with bacon, green onions and, if desired, cheese.Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little stock or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 880mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SPINACH AND SWEET POTATO SOUP



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A nourishing, warming and tasty soup full of fabulous vitamins but low in calories.

Provided by hl.uw

Time 30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • In a large pan, heat the oil, red onion and chilli flakes until soft.
  • Add the peeled and chopped sweet potato, spinach and vegetable stock.
  • Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes before serving.
  • If you prefer a smoother soup, pour into a blender and blitz until desired consistency is achieved.

CHICKEN, SWEET POTATO AND SPINACH SOUP



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My mom made this for me every time I was sick; it was the only thing I could keep down. It was mild but I love it even when I'm not under the weather. She would use her own roasted chickens, but when I'm not feeling well I don't feel like roasting my own chicken, and the store-bought ones work in a pinch. Serve with crusty bread.

Provided by tellinglaurel

Categories     Sweet Potato Soup

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken stock
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup cooked roast chicken meat
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat chicken stock and sweet potato in a stockpot over high heat. Cook until sweet potato is soft enough to pierce with a fork, about 10 minutes. Stir in spinach, chicken, and garlic; simmer until spinach is wilted and broth is reduced slightly, 10 to 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 686.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO SOUP



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This delicious soup combines chicken and sweet potatoes with the heat of red chilies and the tang of tomatoes. You can adjust the amount of red chili you use, either up or down depending on how much heat you want. I, myself, don't like things too spicy. Serve with hot buttered cornbread or crusty rolls.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 bone in chicken breast halves, with skin
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, diced
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 red pepper, cored, seeded and diced
1/2 red chile, seeded and minced
6 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups chicken broth
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1/2 inch chunks
one 14 1/2 ounce can chopped tomato
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
3 bay leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400*F/200*C. Rinse the chicken and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper and place skin side down in a roasting pan.
  • Cook 30 to 35 minutes or until just done. Juices should run clear.
  • Remove from the pan and cool until easy to handle. Remove the skin and discard. Pull the meat from the bones and shred into bite sized pieces.
  • Melt the butter and olive oil together and add the onions and shallots. Cook and stir about 15 minutes until softened. Add the bell pepper and red chilli and continue to cook and stir about 5 minutes longer. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring.
  • Add the chicken broth, shredded chicken, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, dried marjoram leaves, bay leaves, salt and pepper and stir until combines. Bring to a low boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, about 1 hour, until the potatoes are tender and flavours have developed. Skim any fat off the top as it cooks.
  • Discard the bay leaves. Taste for seasoning, adding additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve in hot bowls with a dollop of sour cream on top of each. Sprinkle fresh herbs on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.1, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 87, Sodium 2806.2, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 7, Protein 29

SPICED CHICKEN, SPINACH & SWEET POTATO STEW



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A healthy one-pot with warming spices that's low fat, low calorie, 3 of your 5-a-day and also full of fibre!

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 sweet potatoes, cut into chunks
190g bag spinach
1 tbsp sunflower oil
8 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
500ml chicken stock
2 onions, chopped
1 red chilli, chopped
1 tsp paprika
thumb-sized piece ginger, grated
400g can tomatoes
2 preserved lemons, deseeded and chopped
pumpkin seeds, toasted
2-3 preserved lemons, deseeded and chopped
4 naan bread, warmed

Steps:

  • Put the sweet potato in a large, deep saucepan over a high heat. Cover with boiling water and boil for 10 mins. Meanwhile, put all the paste ingredients in a food processor and blend until very finely chopped. Set aside until needed.
  • Put the spinach in a large colander in the sink and pour the sweet potatoes and their cooking water over it to drain the potatoes and wilt the spinach at the same time. Leave to steam-dry.
  • Return the saucepan to the heat (no need to wash it first), then add the oil, followed by the spice paste. Fry the paste for about 5 mins until thickened, then add the chicken. Fry for 8-10 mins until the chicken starts to colour. Pour over the stock, bring to the boil and leave to simmer for 10 mins, stirring occasionally.
  • Check the chicken is cooked by cutting into one of the thighs and making sure it's white throughout with no signs of pink. Season with black pepper, then add the sweet potato. Leave to simmer for a further 5 mins. Meanwhile, roughly chop the spinach and add to the stew. At this point you can leave the stew to cool and freeze for up to 3 months, if you like.
  • Scatter over the pumpkin seeds and preserved lemons, and serve with warm naan bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 27 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

SWEET POTATO AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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Provided by Jean Anderson

Categories     Soup/Stew     Sausage     Spinach     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 10- to 11-ounce fully cooked smoked Portuguese linguiça sausage or chorizo sausage, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 medium onions, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams; about 2 large), peeled, quartered lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 pound white-skinned potatoes, peeled, halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
6 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 9-ounce bag fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook until brown, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Transfer sausage to paper towels to drain. Add onions and garlic to pot and cook until translucent, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add all potatoes and cook until beginning to soften, stirring often, about 12 minutes. Add broth; bring to boil, scraping up browned bits. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until potatoes are soft, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Using potato masher, mash some of potatoes in pot. Add browned sausage to soup. Stir in spinach and simmer just until wilted, about 5 minutes. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and serve.

Tips:

  • For a creamier soup, use full-fat coconut milk instead of light coconut milk.
  • If you don't have fresh spinach on hand, you can use frozen spinach instead. Just thaw it before adding it to the soup.
  • To make the soup even more flavorful, you can add a teaspoon of curry powder or garam masala.
  • If you like spicy food, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the soup.
  • Serve the soup with a side of naan bread or rice.

Conclusion:

This chicken, sweet potato, and spinach soup is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this one a try!

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