You can never have too many soup recipes up your sleeve, especially in winter. This Delicious & Nourishing Chicken and Kale Soup is a perfect blend of flavor and simplicity, making it an ideal option for a quick weeknight dinner when you’re craving something hearty yet healthy. With this one-pot meal, you can have dinner ready in under an hour, and clean-up is a breeze. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming!
This streamlined recipe works well with both fresh and frozen kale. If you choose fresh kale, simply wash and remove the stems before chopping. If you’re using frozen kale, there’s no need to thaw it; just toss it directly into the soup while cooking. To elevate the flavors, I like to add a generous splash of lemon juice at the end. Serve the soup hot and pair it with cornbread dinner rolls or a slice of this delicious keto bread for a satisfying meal.
To make the Delicious & Nourishing Chicken and Kale Soup, you will need the following ingredients:
In a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil and add 1 ½ cups chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 1 minute.
Add 15 ounces beans, 12 ounces chicken breast, 2 diced potatoes, 6 cups chciken broth, 3 thyme sprigs, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once at a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook, covered, until the potatoes are tender and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken registers 165 °F, about 18 minutes.
Carefully transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and use 2 forks to shred it into bite-size pieces.
Stir 3 cups chopped kale into the soup. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the kale is tender, about 2 minutes.
Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the shredded chicken and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Remove and discard the thyme sprigs.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Whether you're looking for a cozy meal or something to warm you up on a chilly day, this Delicious & Nourishing Chicken and Kale Soup hits the spot. If you try making it, we’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your experience and any tweaks in the comments below!
Soup was awesome
Superb soup, love that it's so quick. Perfect for chilly nights with the fam.
Simple. I made this soup on a chilly night, and my kids loved it. The kale adds a nice twist, and it's so easy to prepare. A perfect way to sneak some greens into their diet without the fuss. Will definitely be making it again.
Lit! Whipped this soup up in no time, and it totally hit the spot after a long day. Gotta love that healthy flavor!
So simple, loved it!
Superb! Made this soup for my family, and they loved it. Perfect for chilly nights!
Superb! This chicken and kale soup is now a family favorite. I made it on a chilly evening, and it warmed us all up beautifully. The flavors are amazing, and it's so easy to prepare. I added a splash of lemon, which made it even better. Highly recommend for quick dinners.
Superb
I love this fully loaded gluten-free soup! Thanks!
