Chicken and Cannellini Bean Soup
This dish indeed is quite splendid on a chilly winters day that will keep you nourished and satisfied. A hearty perfect winter comfort food with a healthy twist! A recipe so easy to whip up in your own kitchen with real food ingredients and great flavor. A wonderful soup to make ahead and freeze as well. I love to garnish this soup with greens and a dollop of yogurt.
Yields: 8, about 1 cup
INGREDIENTS:
2 tbsp olive oil
2 leeks, medium, washed, cut into about 1/4 inch rounds (only white and light green parts)
1/4 tsp dried sage
3 cups chicken broth, organic and low sodium
2 cups filtered water
about lb skinless, boneless, shredded chicken
2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chick peas, rinsed and drained
8 tbsp yogurt, plain
4 tbsp greens
INSTRUCTIONS:
In a large pot, over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the leeks; let cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until soft. Add the sage; let cook for 30 seconds, or until aromatic.
Add the broth and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, let covered. Then, reduce the heat; cook for about 5 minutes. Add the cooked and shredded chicken and beans together; let cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
Divide the soup evenly between 8 bowls. Garnish with the yogurt and greens. And enjoy!
NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: calories 185g; total fat 7g; cholesterol 47mg; sodium 280mg; total carbohydrates 15g; dietary fiber 5g; sugars 2g and protein 18g.