Name: Quick Cozy Chicken & White Bean Soup with Spicy Kick
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (increase from 1/4 teaspoon); 1 small jalapeño, diced (seeds removed for less heat); 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth; 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (or cooked chicken breast); 2 cups baby spinach; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Juice of 1/2 lemon; Crusty bread for serving (optional)

Quick Cozy Chicken & White Bean Soup with Spicy Kick

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This Quick Cozy Chicken & White Bean Soup now comes with an exciting spicy twist! The addition of diced jalapeño and extra crushed red pepper flakes brings a lively kick to the comforting, herb-infused broth. The balance of tender chicken, creamy beans, and fresh greens remains, but the heat adds a new depth that warms you up from the inside out. Perfect for those who love a little fire in their bowl, this soup still cooks up quickly and pairs beautifully with crusty bread for dunking. A cozy meal with a spirited edge!

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and diced jalapeño. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the garlic, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and increased crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add the cannellini beans and shredded chicken. Simmer for 8-10 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
Stir in the spinach and parsley. Cook for 2 minutes until spinach is wilted.
Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
Ladle into bowls, garnish with extra parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread if desired.