Creamy White Bean Chicken Soup

There's nothing like a bowl of something warm, creamy, and nourishing to remind you to slow down. This soup blends two kinds of beans into a rich, velvety base — no heavy cream required — then folds in tender shredded chicken for a protein boost that keeps you full and satisfied. It's comfort food that actually loves you back: gluten-free, made with bone broth, and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings.

Plant-based with protein • Gluten free • Made with bone broth Prep: 5 min | Cook: 35 min | Serves: 8–9

Ingredients

  • 2 cans cannellini beans, drained & rinsed

  • 2 cans garbanzo beans, drained & rinsed

  • 3 cups chicken bone broth

  • 1½–2 lbs cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • 2 Tbsp chopped garlic

  • 1½ Tbsp Italian seasoning

  • ¼–½ tsp crushed red pepper

  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper; cook for 30 seconds.

  2. Simmer: Add beans and chicken bone broth. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook for 25–30 minutes.

  3. Blend: Remove about 2 cups of the soup (mostly beans and broth). Blend until smooth and creamy, then stir back into the pot.

  4. Add chicken: Add cooked chicken and simmer for 5–10 minutes, until heated through.

  5. Finish: Stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!

Top it your way: green onions, fresh parsley, Greek yogurt, chopped tomatoes, avocado, or tortilla chips.Tip: Add an extra ½–1 cup bone broth if the soup is too thick.

Macros (approx. per serving): 260–300 cal | 26–32g protein | 28–32g carbs | 6–9g fat

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