Easy Seasonal Chicken Soup with Garbanzo Beans

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Garbanzo Bean Soup with Chicken hits all the nutritional benefits you need for a full lunch meal. It’s packed with protein, beans, and vegetables.

Meatball serving atop a spoon in a garbanzo bean and potato soup.

I enjoy warm, family friendly soups all year long, but the best time to make them is during cold days when you just want to turn on the heat and wear fuzzy socks. Want to know what’s so awesome? The fact that not just the individual ingredients benefit our bodies but the soup as a whole is good for our body! Soup provides a great source of nutrients and it’s low in fat. A dish of some delicious soup fills you up quickly! It’s a good meal for someone wanting to eat fewer calories.

Have you ever made your own meatballs? If not, today is your lucky day. You can try it out with this hearty soup! The meatballs here are made of chicken, egg, rice, and salt & pepper. They’re super easy to put together and cook, and make the perfect treat to find in a soup!

Chickpea and meatball soup in a pot with a spoon for mixing.

This high-protein chicken soup is packed with lean chicken, garbanzo beans, and vegetable broth, providing a wonderful balance of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. The chicken broth gives the soup a rich, savory base, while the addition of minced garlic and extra virgin olive oil enhances its depth of flavor. The garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas) are a great source of plant-based protein, making this soup perfect for both meat-eaters and vegetarians alike.

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Benefits of garbanzo beans

Now for the main ingredient, garbanzo beans! These unique beans pack in protein and fiber but are also valuable for blood sugar regulation. The potatoes add to the list of health benefits by reducing your chance of overeating and supplying you with 30% of your daily amount of vitamin C. I’m off to make some more soup, enjoy!

Key Ingredients

Meatball soup ingredients- ground chicken, carrots, rice, egg, dill, onion, oil, pepper, salt, potatoes, garbanzo beans, and water.

Chicken is an amazing source of protein and calcium.

Garbanzo beans are rich in protein as well. They are gluten free and help to reduce the bad cholesterol in your body.

Rice has folate which helps your body to make DNA.

Yukon potatoes contain antioxidants and are a great source of vitamin C.

Yellow onion helps to control blood sugar and can benefit heart health.

Carrots are high in beta-carotene and vitamin K.

Fresh dill is rich in vitamin C and vitamin A.

Along with those ingredients, you will need olive oil, an egg, salt, and ground black pepper.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

How to make Seasonal Chicken Soup

Step 1: Make the rice

Cook the rice and drain.

Step 2: Make the chicken mix

Mix ground chicken, eggs, rice, salt, and black pepper.

Meatball ingredients in a white bowl with a wooden board.

Steps 3 & 4: Prepare the meatballs and cook them

Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil.

Make balls from the chicken mix and drop into the boiling water. Cook for 10 minutes.

Garbanzo bean soup in a white pot atop a wooden skillet.

Step 5: Prep the potatoes

While the meatballs are cooking, peel and cut the potatoes into small pieces.

Step 6: Remove the meatballs

Take the chicken meatballs out and rest them on a pan.

Step 7: Strain the broth and cook the potatoes

Strain water from the chicken into a clean pot. Add potatoes into the water from the chicken and boil until soft.

Step 8: Add olive oil

Meanwhile, add extra virgin olive oil into the pan with meatballs.

Step 9: Prep and cook the vegetables

Chop the onion and grate the carrot. Add to the pan with meatballs.

Meatballs sautéing in a skillet with shredded veggies.

Step 10: Sauté

Sauté for 5 minutes, then add meatballs to cooked potatoes.

Garbanzo beans added to a pot of cooking meatballs, veggies, and potatoes.

Step 11: Add in the rest of the soup ingredients

Add drained garbanzo beans to the pot. Add fresh chopped dill, then salt and pepper to taste.

Garbanzo beans soup in a large pot with dill added on top for garnish.

Step 12: Boil

Bring the soup to a boil, then enjoy!

Meatball soup serving with bread and dill on the side.

Expert Tips:

Like many soups, garbanzo bean chicken soup tastes even better the next day. The flavors have more time to develop and blend, making it an ideal choice for meal prep. Refrigerate overnight and reheat for a quick and tasty meal.
While this recipe calls for Yukon potatoes, feel free to experiment with other vegetables. Add carrots, celery, or spinach to this immune boosting chicken soup.
For a cheesy, umami flavor, add a tablespoon or two of nutritional yeast to your soup. It’s dairy-free and adds a rich depth of flavor, making the soup feel even more indulgent.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving can add a bright, refreshing note that cuts through the richness of the broth, bringing balance to the soup.
For a comfort food experience, serve your chicken garbanzo soup with a side of garlic bread. The crunchy, garlicky bread pairs wonderfully with the soup, adding texture and flavor.

Recipe FAQs

How can I make this soup spicier?

If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add chili flakes, cayenne pepper, or even a diced jalapeño while cooking. Adjust the spice level to your preference!

How long does this soup last in the fridge?

Stored in an airtight container, this soup will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Reheat it on the stove or in the microwave before serving.

What can I serve this soup with?

This soup pairs wonderfully with garlic bread, a side salad, or even a scoop of cooked rice. For a lighter option, try serving it with a piece of whole grain toast.

Garbanzo bean soup with meatballs and potatoes in a white bowl with a spoon on the side.

Chicken soup is a great comfort food! Here are some more classic comfort food recipes:

You can make an Easy and Good Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe filled with protein and vegetables!
I love making these Easy Lasagna Rolls with Spinach and Ricotta for the whole family.

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