Dive into the warmth of our Chicken and Spinach Soup enhanced with fresh pesto. This recipe blends tender chicken, nutritious spinach, and robust flavors of red bell pepper and garlic, topped with a spoonful of rich pesto. Ideal for a cozy dinner, it’s a fulfilling dish that promises satisfaction in every spoonful.
Recipe Breakdown:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 4 oz chicken breast, quartered
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried marjoram
- 3 oz baby spinach, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 oz pesto
- Dash of black pepper
- 1/2 cup seasoned croutons (optional for garnish)
Directions:
Step 1:
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and chicken, cook until chicken begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 2:
Add garlic; cook for 1 more minute. Stir in broth and marjoram; bring to a boil, then simmer until chicken is cooked, about 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a board to cool.
Step 3:
Add spinach and beans to the pot; boil gently for 5 minutes.
Step 4:
Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Return chicken to pot with pesto and season with pepper. Heat until hot. Serve garnished with croutons, if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 392
- Carbs: 42.5g
- Fat: 13g
- Protein: 26.5g
- Fiber: 10g
- Net Carbs: 32.5g
- Sodium: 1246mg
- Cholesterol: 42mg
Enjoy this nourishing bowl of Chicken and Spinach Soup with Pesto, a delicious blend of flavors and textures for a comforting meal.
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