Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

High-Protein Chickpea Chicken Soup


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A comforting high-protein soup featuring chicken, chickpeas, and seasonal vegetables.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 3 cups shredded)
  • 1 ½ cups 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 (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil the chicken in 4 cups of water for 5 minutes, then discard the water to remove impurities.
  2. Pour in enough water to cover the chicken, add 1 tsp salt, dried mint, chickpeas, potatoes, and the onion. Create a savory base.
  3. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  4. Shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
  5. Add more salt and water if needed, then stir in the carrot, bell pepper, and noodles (if using). Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Turn off the heat and serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Notes

For added depth, sauté the onion before adding it to the pot. Taste as you go and adjust salt and mint as necessary.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 37g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg