Italian Chicken and Bean Soup

Italian Chicken and Bean Soup
The recipe Italian Chicken and Bean Soup is ready in about 40 minutes and is definitely a great dairy free option for lovers of Mediterranean food. This main course has 255 calories, 21g of protein, and 6g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 20% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 4. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Autumn. Head to the store and pick up chicken breast halves, chicken broth, seasoning, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the water you could follow this main course with the Watermelon-Peach Slushies as a dessert.

Instructions

1
Heat oil in 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning. Cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until browned.
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Add broth and water.
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Heat to boiling.
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Add pasta and bell pepper.
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Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook uncovered 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
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Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning, kidney beans and the zucchini. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In40 m.
Servings4
Health Score19
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