Southwestern Chicken and White Bean Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Southwestern Chicken and White Bean Soup
15 min.
6
179kcal

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Looking for a quick and satisfying meal that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this delicious Southwestern Chicken and White Bean Soup! Perfectly crafted to serve six hearty portions, this soup is a fantastic blend of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds while nourishing your body.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a comforting bowl of this soup, featuring tender, seasoned chicken breast paired with creamy cannellini beans. With the bold kick of green salsa and a hint of taco seasoning, each spoonful comes packed with the vibrant flavors of the Southwest. Not only does it warm you up from the inside out, but it’s also low in calories—at just 179 per serving—making it an excellent choice for a health-conscious meal.

Whether you’re winding down after a long day or entertaining friends for a casual get-together, this soup makes for a perfect dish that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying. Plus, the ability to customize your toppings, like adding fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream, allows you to make each bowl uniquely yours! Dive into a comforting bowl of Southwestern Chicken and White Bean Soup and enjoy the scrumptious flavors and health benefits that it brings.

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce cannellini beans beans white rinsed drained canned
  • cups chicken breast shredded cooked
  • 28 ounce less-sodium chicken broth fat-free canned
  • 0.5 cup salsa green
  • tablespoon 0%-less-sodium taco seasoning (such as Old El Paso)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine chicken and taco seasoning; toss well to coat.
  2. Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  3. Add chicken; saut 2 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned.
  4. Add broth, scraping pan to loosen browned bits.
  5. Place beans in a small bowl; mash until only a few whole beans remain.
  6. Add beans and salsa to pan, stirring well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes or until slightly thick.
  7. Serve with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein40.51%
Fat19.54%
Carbs39.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.17
Glycemic Load
3.84
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.283043534859%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.04kcal
8.95%
Fat:3.83g
5.9%
Saturated Fat:0.9g
5.64%
Carbohydrates:17.62g
5.87%
Net Carbohydrates:13.92g
5.06%
Sugar:1.67g
1.86%
Cholesterol:35mg
11.67%
Sodium:748.91mg
32.56%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.87g
35.75%
Vitamin B3:4.5mg
22.51%
Selenium:15.6µg
22.29%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.59%
Phosphorus:172.95mg
17.29%
Iron:3.04mg
16.88%
Potassium:528.01mg
15.09%
Fiber:3.71g
14.83%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.33%
Folate:52.8µg
13.2%
Magnesium:49.68mg
12.42%
Copper:0.23mg
11.36%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.55%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.52%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.38%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.31%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.67%
Calcium:66.08mg
6.61%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
3.98%
Vitamin A:175.93IU
3.52%
Vitamin K:2.19µg
2.09%
Vitamin C:0.9mg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes