By Anonymous Pancetta
Instant Pot Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetable Soup
11 steps
Prep:10minCook:20min
This hearty and flavorful soup is packed with protein and fiber from the chicken and vegetables, and it's ready in just 30 minutes thanks to the Instant Pot. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables.
Updated at: Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:23:46 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
37
Low
Glycemic Load
16
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories453.1 kcal (23%)
Total Fat14.7 g (21%)
Carbs42.7 g (16%)
Sugars10.3 g (11%)
Protein41.1 g (82%)
Sodium1654.6 mg (83%)
Fiber13.7 g (49%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings

2 tablespoonsolive oil

32 ouncesboneless skinless chicken thighs
cut into bite-sized pieces

1onion
chopped

2carrots
chopped

4cloves garlic
minced

2 tablespoonsdried oregano

2 teaspoonsalt

1 teaspoonblack pepper

28 ouncesdiced tomatoes
can undrained

30 ounceschickpeas
can, rinsed and drained

24 ouncesartichoke hearts
can drained and chopped

1 cupfresh spinach
chopped, optional
Instructions
Step 1
Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot.
Step 2
Add the chicken in batches and cook until browned on all sides. This may take 2-3 batches depending on the size of your Instant Pot.
Step 3
Remove the cooked chicken from the Instant Pot and set aside.
Step 4
Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
Step 5
Add the onion, carrots, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
Step 6
Stir in the diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and artichoke hearts.
Step 7
Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to Sealing. Set the cooking time to 10 minutes on Manual or Pressure Cook.
Step 8
Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then release any remaining pressure manually by turning the valve to Venting.
Step 9
Stir in the spinach (if using) and cook for 1 minute, until wilted.
Step 10
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Step 11
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
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