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Healthy Calorie Deficit Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe with White Beans

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A comforting, hearty, and healthy chicken soup with white beans that is quick to prepare, perfect for calorie-conscious meal prep, and full of flavor without heavy cream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (organic or free-range preferred)
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini or great northern white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the chicken breasts and season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, lowering heat if necessary to avoid burning the garlic.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth. Nestle the chicken breasts into the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  5. Using tongs, lift the chicken out and place it on a cutting board. Shred with two forks into bite-sized pieces. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
  6. Stir in the rinsed white beans and cook for another 5 minutes to heat through. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Keep the heat low to keep chicken tender. Sautéing the vegetables unlocks natural sweetness and adds depth. Drain and rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and canned taste. Adjust seasoning last as broth and beans can be salty. For thicker soup, blend a small portion of beans and stir back in. Add red pepper flakes or balsamic vinegar for extra depth if desired.

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