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A comforting and hearty chicken white bean soup made with tender chicken, white beans, carrots, Italian seasoning, and a creamy broth finished with Parmesan cheese. Easily customizable and perfect for cold nights.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 cans white beans, drained
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add chopped yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat the aromatics.
  5. Add sliced carrots and sauté about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Pour in 4 cups broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add drained white beans and simmer 10–15 minutes until carrots are tender and flavors meld.
  8. Stir in shredded cooked chicken and heavy cream (or coconut milk); simmer 5–10 minutes to warm through.
  9. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted, then adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot, optionally with crusty bread or salad.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days., Reheat gently and add extra broth or cream if soup is too thick., Can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in fridge before reheating., Add greens like spinach or kale near the end for nutritional boost., Swap heavy cream for coconut milk and Parmesan for nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version., Use vegetable broth and extra beans or lentils for vegetarian option.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Protein: 25 g