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Sage and Garlic Chicken Soup

A cozy and comforting chicken soup loaded with sage, garlic, and greens, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Quick cooking with no bone-picking required.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For healthy cooking.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the soup.
  • 1 onion, chopped The base flavor.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 cups chopped kale or spinach For added nutrition.
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage The star of the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For a little kick.
  • 1 squeeze of lemon juice Optional, for brightness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, around 5 minutes.
  2. Add onion and garlic to the pot, sautéing them together for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, sage, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. After 20 minutes, remove the chicken, shred it into bite-sized pieces, and return it to the soup.
  5. Stir in the kale or spinach and let it simmer for another 5 minutes until the greens are wilted. Optionally, add a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

Feel free to add any extra veggies you have on hand. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months.