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Creamy Crockpot Tuscan White Bean Chicken Soup

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A creamy, hearty Tuscan white bean chicken soup made in a crockpot with kale, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. This easy and healthy slow cooker recipe delivers rustic comfort with fresh, vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups chopped kale leaves, stems removed
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, optional pinch

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Optional: Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat and cook onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Trim any excess fat from chicken breasts or thighs. Leave whole to shred later or cut into bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Add sautéed onion and garlic (or raw if skipping sauté), chicken, rinsed beans, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in chopped kale. Cover and continue cooking until kale wilts but stays bright green.
  6. Remove chicken pieces and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan or a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Sautéing onions and garlic before slow cooking enhances flavor but can be skipped. Add kale late to preserve color and texture. Stir in cream and cheese off heat or on low to prevent curdling. If soup is too thick after adding cream, loosen with broth or water.

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