Description
Nothing more comforting than a bowl of hearty homemade chicken soup! This is a delicious protein-packed easy healthy chicken soup recipe made with chickpeas, vegetables and noodles. This healthy soup recipe is ready in about 45 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 3 cups shredded)
- 1 ½ cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups water
- 1 tsp salt + more to taste
- 1 onion, thinly chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, shredded
- 2 carrots, shredded
- 2 small potatoes, shredded
- 1 tbsp dried mint
- ¼ cup noodles
Instructions
1. Boil the chicken in water for 5 minutes, then discard the water.
2. Pour in fresh water to cover the chicken, add salt, dried mint, chickpeas, shredded potatoes, and chopped onion. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
3. While the chicken is boiling, wash, peel, and shred the bell pepper and carrots using a grater or food processor.
4. After 15–20 minutes of simmering, remove the chicken from the pot, shred it, and return it to the soup.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and water if needed. Add the shredded carrot, bell pepper, and noodles.
6. Cook for an additional 10–15 minutes, then turn off the heat.
7. Serve hot or store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Notes
This hearty soup is rich in protein from both chicken and chickpeas. The dried mint adds a unique, refreshing depth of flavor. For a low-carb option, omit the noodles or replace them with zucchini noodles. It’s also freezer-friendly—store in individual portions for easy meals.