To create a hearty meal, I serve this substantial chicken soup with a side of crusty bread slathered in butter.
—TANYA MACDONALD ANTIGONISH COUNTY, NS
PREP: 20 MIN. • COOK: 4 1/2 HOURS • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 13 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is tender. Stir in spinach; cook 30 minutes longer or until the spinach is wilted. Top with cheese.