Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 ounces, weight Pancetta, Diced
  • 2 cups Onions, Chopped
  • 2 cups Celery, Chopped
  • 6 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1 pound Chicken Pieces (Bone In And Skin On)
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 cans (14.5 Oz. Can) Cannelli Beans, Drained
  • 2/3 cups Yellow Split Peas
  • 1 can (28 Oz. Can) Crused Tomatoes
  • 2 Tablespoons Herbes De Provence
  • 1 Tablespoon Parsley, Chopped

Method

  • In a large stock pot, heat oil and add pancetta. Saute about 3-5 minutes. Add onions, celery and garlic and saute about 3-5 minutes. Add chicken pieces, stock, beans, peas, tomatoes and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove chicken and pull meat from the bone and stir back into the pot.
  • Delicious served with crusty sourdough.