Description
Learn how to make a delicious Tuscan Chicken Soup that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cozy nights in. Discover the secret to this authentic Italian recipe!
Ingredients
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- – 1 large yellow onion, diced
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) minced garlic
- – 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) diced sun-dried tomatoes
- – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) tomato paste
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) white grape juice
- – 4 cups (960 ml) low sodium chicken broth
- – 1 15 ounce can (425 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- – 1/2 cup (120 ml) coconut cream
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried thyme
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) oregano
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) Italian seasoning
- – 1 – 1 1/2 teaspoons (8 ml) salt, start with 1 and add more as needed
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) black pepper
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) red pepper flakes
- – 3 cups (360 g) shredded cooked beef
- – 2 bay leaves
- – 2 cups (60 g) spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, pour in the olive oil and warm it over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.
- Incorporate the sliced carrots and continue cooking for another 3 minutes, then mix in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Introduce the sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring them in for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the white grape juice, allowing it to simmer until the liquid evaporates, enhancing the flavor.
- Add the chicken broth, cannellini beans, coconut cream, and seasonings, excluding the bay leaves at this stage.
- Combine everything well, then remove about 1 cup of the mixture and blend until smooth before returning it to the pot to help thicken and add creaminess. This step is optional.
- Add the shredded cooked beef and bay leaves, and let the soup simmer for at least 15 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Remove and discard the bay leaves, then introduce the spinach, letting it wilt. Adjust the seasoning to your taste. If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth for a thinner consistency.
- Finish by garnishing with fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, or parmesan, and savor your meal!
Notes
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- Substitute shredded beef with extra cannellini beans for a protein-packed vegetarian option.
- Stir in lemon zest before serving for a touch of freshness and a citrusy kick.
- Experiment with basil or rosemary to personalize the soup’s flavor profile.
