Description

Warm up your kitchen with this comforting Tuscan Chicken Soup, a rustic Italian-inspired dish packed with shredded chicken, creamy cannellini beans, hearty vegetables, and fragrant herbs. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or quick lunch prep. Ideal for those seeking healthy food ideas, quick meal recipes, or easy soups for the week, it’s a nourishing bowl full of feel-good ingredients and Mediterranean charm. The splash of lemon at the end gives it a refreshing lift, making each spoonful bright and satisfying.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
6 cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or home-cooked)
3 cups fresh spinach
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and black pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for another minute.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add cannellini beans and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes.
Stir in shredded chicken and simmer for another 5–10 minutes.
Add fresh spinach and lemon juice. Cook just until spinach wilts.
Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes