Ingredients
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 large onion, chopped
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 c. Swanson Chicken Broth
3 c. water
Small bunch thyme
1 bay leaf
1 (12-oz.) package gluten-free noodles
1 bunch Tuscan kale, stemmed and shredded
Juice of 1 lemon
Preparation
Step 1In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Season chicken all over with oregano, salt, and pepper and add to pot. Cook until golden and cooked through, about 8 minutes per side. Step 2Remove from pot and let rest 10 minutes before chopping into small chunks.Step 3Add about 2 tbsp chicken broth to skillet (it should bubble immediately!), then use a wooden spoon to scrape up and golden chicken bits. Let cook until most liquid has reduced down, then add remaining tablespoon oil.Step 4When oil is hot, add onion, carrot, and celery. Season with salt and pepper and cook until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Step 5Pour over broth and water and add bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a steady simmer and let simmer 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Step 6Increase heat and bring mixture to boil, then add noodles. Cook until noodles are tender, about 7 minutes. Discard thyme stems and bay leaves, then stir in kale, lemon juice, and chopped chicken.
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