Shredded Chicken, Chard and Chickpea Soup

Shredded Chicken, Chard and Chickpea Soup
Shredded Chicken, Chard and Chickpea Soup is a gluten free main course. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 543 calories, 59g of protein, and 23g of fat. A mixture of parmigiano-reggiano, lemon juice from 1 lemon, garlic, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. To use up the lemon juice you could follow this main course with the Lemon Shortbread Cookies with Lemon Icing It is perfect for Autumn. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 25 minutes.

Instructions

1
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Add the onions and a pinch of salt and cook until the onions have softened, about 4 minutes.
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Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Add the chard, chickpeas, chicken, stock and rind, if using, and turn the heat to high, bringing the liquid to a boil. Make sure the chicken is covered and the chard has softened a little and then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook until the chicken has cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
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Remove chicken, allow to cool slightly, and then shred into bite sized pieces. Return to soup.
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Remove parmesan rind (if using).
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Add lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with a hefty grating of cheese.
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Serve immediately, passing more cheese tableside.
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Ready In25 m.
Servings4
Health Score60
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