# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Broth
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
05 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
06 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
07 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 5 ounces kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
→ Seasonings
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
13 - Juice of ½ lemon
→ Crispy Chickpeas
14 - 1 can (14 ounces) chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
17 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
18 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Spread evenly on parchment-lined baking tray. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking tray halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
03 - Incorporate garlic, dried thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika. Stir continuously for one minute until fragrant.
04 - Add chicken pieces to the pot. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, browning lightly but not fully cooked through.
05 - Pour in chicken broth, raise heat to boil, then reduce to low heat for a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
06 - Stir in chopped kale and remove lid. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until kale wilts and chicken is fully cooked.
07 - Add lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls and top each with crispy chickpeas.
