Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 cups free-range organic chicken broth
  • 1 14.5 oz can Italian plum tomatoes, crushed
  • 2 halves or 1 full boneless skinless chicken breast cut into pieces
  • 1 medium Yukon Gold potato, diced
  • 1 can Italian white beans, chickpeas or kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2-3 stalks red chard, cut into one-inch pieces tough ribs removed
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • Handfull fresh Italian parsley, minced
  • Pinch salt
  • Twist pepper (for extra kick, and for garnish only)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • The Process
  • In a large pot, saute garlic and chili in extra virgin olive oil.
  • Add broth and tomatoes.
  • Add chicken.
  • After about five minutes add potato.
  • Cook on a gentle boil for about 15 minutes.
  • Add beans, chard, carrots and celery, and simmer for a few more minutes.
  • Dont over cook.
  • Ladle into warm bowls.
  • Finish with parsley, Parmesan, and taste for salt and pepper.