High-Protein Chickpea and Chicken Soup
A hearty and nutritious soup combining tender chicken, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables for a protein-packed meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups water or homemade broth
- 1 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 piece onion (thinly chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper shredded
- 2 carrots shredded
- 2 small potatoes shredded
- 1 tbsp dried mint
- 0.25 cup noodles (optional)
Instructions
- Boil chicken in water for 5 minutes, discard water.
- Add water to cover chicken; add salt, mint, chickpeas, potatoes, and onion. Simmer 20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred, and return to soup. Add shredded vegetables and noodles if using.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
Adjust salt and add noodles as desired for extra texture.