Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken and simmer until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, corn, and green beans and simmer for 5 minutes more.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Interesting Facts
- This soup is also great with other vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
- Add a can of white beans for an extra boost of protein and fiber.
- Leftover soup can be frozen and kept for up to 3 months.