Best 8 Chunky Chicken And White Bean Soup Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, chunky chicken and white bean soup stands out as a culinary masterpiece. This delectable soup, infused with a symphony of flavors and textures, is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a culinary adventure that will warm your soul on a chilly day. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect chunky chicken and white bean soup, ensuring that every spoonful is a celebration of taste and nourishment.

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SIMPLE CHICKEN AND WHITE BEAN SOUP



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A simple chicken and bean soup with a little kick. This soup is great on a cold evening after a busy day. This recipe was shared with me by a friend I truly miss.

Provided by MaxMama

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans
20 ounces chicken broth
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles (such as Old El Paso®)
12 sprigs cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove onion and garlic to a small bowl.
  • Stir chicken into any remaining oil in the pot; cook and stir until completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Return onion mixture to the pot; add beans, broth, chiles, cilantro, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the beans are very tender and the chicken cooked through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1495.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CHUNKY CHICKEN AND WHITE BEAN SOUP



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This is another one of those recipes that you can change-up how you want by adding different veggies. I tossed a Parmesan cheese rind into mine for added flavor but it can be left out and taste just as good. I used fresh spinach I chopped up into smaller pieces but you could use frozen also if you prefer. Just be sure to drain it well by squeezing it in a kitchen towel to force out the moisture (once thawed of course.) Then just chopped it up and add it in when you do the chicken. You can use fresh basil if you like, but just add it in when you add in the chicken to keep the flavor bright. I served it with a crusty bread, which I highly recommend to soak up the soup. It is pretty darn tasty!

Provided by Maiden77

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 tablespoons olive oil
4 stalks celery, diced
2 onions, diced
4 carrots, peeled and diced
8 ounces small mushrooms, quartered (I use cremini)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 pinches red pepper flakes
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
6 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 bay leaves
1 parmesan cheese, rind (optional)
4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
2 cups spinach, chopped
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Toss in the onions, celery, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms are browned.
  • Add in the tomato paste and cook several minutes until it deepens in color. Add the red pepper flakes and garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  • Place in the tomatoes, broth, basil, bay leaves, and rind. Bring to a simmer before placing in the chicken. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken is cook.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board and cool. Add the spinach and beans to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • While the soup simmers shred the chicken into bite size pieces. After the soup has simmer 15 minutes return the chicken to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes longer. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve topped with shredded Pecorino Romano cheese or Parmesan cheese if you like.

HUNGRY CHICK CHUNKY SOUP



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Provided by Cooking Channel

Time 3h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds raw, boneless, skinless lean chicken breasts, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small onion, finely diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 cups dry coleslaw mix
1 (15-ounce) can white beans (such as cannellini), drained and rinsed
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can stewed tomatoes, not drained
1 cup frozen peas
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, plus more, for serving, optional
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Evenly season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Place the chicken pieces, onion, carrots, coleslaw mix, white beans, stewed tomatoes, peas, chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, and bay leaf in the slow cooker and stir. Cover and cook until chicken is fully cooked, on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaf. Remove the chicken pieces and place them in a bowl. Shred each piece using 2 forks: one to hold the chicken in place and the other to scrape across the meat and shred it. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, and stir into the soup.
  • Season the soup with 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste. Garnish with additional thyme, if using. Serve up and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 1 grams, Sodium 570 milligrams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fiber 4.25 grams, Protein 20.5 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CHICKEN & WHITE BEAN SOUP



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Once again, rotisserie chickens can really relieve the dinner-rush pressure-especially in this Italian-inspired soup that cries out for a piece of crusty bread and a glass of red wine.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 leeks, white and light green parts only, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage, or 1/4 teaspoon dried
2 14-ounce cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed
1 2-pound roasted chicken, skin discarded, meat removed from bones and shredded (4 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in sage and continue cooking until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Stir in broth and water, increase heat to high, cover and bring to a boil. Add beans and chicken and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 79.3 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 244.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CHUNKY CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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With lots of beans, chicken and tons of veggies, this quick soup is a filling family-pleaser, and it tastes like it's been cooking all day! Simple and Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 cup frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce heat; stir in the beans, vegetables and seasonings. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Garnish with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND WHITE BEAN SOUP



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Bring the fabulous flavors of the Southwest to your dinner table in 20 minutes with this hearty chicken and bean soup - featuring Progresso® broth and Old El Paso® taco seasoning mix.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 tablespoon Old El Paso™ 40% less-sodium taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)
3 1/2 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained, rinsed
1/2 cup green tomatillo salsa
Sour cream, if desired
Fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
Freshly ground pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • In small bowl, toss chicken and taco seasoning mix until coated. Spray 3-quart saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Add broth, scraping pan to loosen brown particles.
  • In small bowl, slightly mash beans, leaving some whole. Add beans and salsa to chicken mixture; stir well. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Garnish individual servings with sour cream, cilantro and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg

WHITE BEAN SOUP



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I turned to this hearty recipe after my husband had open-heart surgery. Filled with beans, veggies and chicken, it's chock full of fiber and lean protein to help fill us up. It makes a big batch so it's great to freeze for leftovers. -Elizabeth Wagner, Clio, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h20m

Yield 11 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound dried baby lima beans
1/2 pound dried great northern beans
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
3 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1-4 hours or until beans are softened. , Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid; set beans aside. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt. In the same pan, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Drain and set aside. Saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add the carrots, celery and garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer. , Stir in the broth, water, pepper, beans and chicken; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until beans are tender. Stir in parsley and remaining salt., Serve immediately or cool and freeze in a freezer container for up to 3 months. , To use frozen soup: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a saucepan. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until heated through, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup parsley and 1/2 teaspoons salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 499mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WHITE BEAN AND CHICKEN SOUP



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This recipe is from the December 2008 issue of Food and Wine. It uses boneless chicken thighs. This is a hearty, jalapeno-spiked soup by Melissa Rubel. This can be made 2 days ahead and reheated before serving.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 inch dice
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium onions, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons chili powder, blend
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 cups chicken stock
3 (15 ounce) cans navy beans, drained
tortilla chips, for serving
sour cream, for serving
shredded monterey jack cheese, for serving
cilantro, for serving
diced avocado, for serving

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron casserole, heat the oil until shimmering. Add half of the chicken at a time and cook over moderately high heat until lightly browned all over, about 8 minutes per batch. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Add the onion to the casserole and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and jalapeno and cook until fragrant. Add the flour, chile powder, cumin, oregano and cayenne and cook, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  • Add the stock, navy beans and chicken and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat until the chicken is very tender, 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and simmer the soup over moderate heat until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper and serve with any of the extras that you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 148.8, Sodium 888.9, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 18, Sugar 5.8, Protein 53.6

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans. This recipe calls for white beans, but you can also use chickpeas, black beans, or kidney beans.
  • Don't be afraid to add vegetables. This recipe includes carrots and celery, but you can also add other vegetables like potatoes, zucchini, or spinach.
  • Season to taste. This recipe is a good starting point, but you can adjust the seasonings to your liking. Add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder if desired.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This soup is delicious on its own, but it's even better when served with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Conclusion:

This chunky chicken and white bean soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to warm you up from the inside out. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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