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ITALIAN CHICKEN AND BEAN SOUP

Contributed By: jlpetersen
BETTY'S TIPS

Ingredients

1 tbs Olive oil

1/2 lb Chicken breast, skinless/boneless, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

2-14.5 oz Chicken broth

2 cups Water

1/2 cup Uncooked pasta shells

1/2 cup Uncooked juniorettes (small pasta spirals)

1 Red bell pepper small, coarsely chopped

16 oz Kidney beans, rinced/drained

2 Med zucchini, coarsley chopped

Preparation

1. Heat oil in 3 qrt saucepan over med-high heat. Add chicken; sprinkle with 1/4 tsp of italian seasoning. Cook and stir 3 min or until browned.

2. Add broth and water. Heat to boiling. Add pasta and bell pepper. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook uncovered 10-12 min, stiring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

3. Stir in remaining 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning, kidney beans and the zucchini. Cook 3-5 min or until zucchini is crisp-tender.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Bean & Legume
Soups & Stews
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Meal Type: Lunch

Nutrient Information

Calories: 375
Total Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 1
Carbohydrates: 53
Protein: 31
Vitamin A: 12%
Vitamin C: 34%
Calcium: 6%
Sodium: 1400
Iron: 30%
Fiber: 9