Chicken, Bacon And White Bean Soup Portuguese Style

Name: Chicken, Bacon And White Bean Soup Portuguese Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried white bean, rinsed and picked over (such as cannellini or great Northern); 1/2 lb bacon, cut into 1/2 inch wide pieces; 2 cups yellow onions, chopped; 1/2 cup celery, chopped; 2 tablespoons shallots, minced; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 quarts chicken stock; 3/4 lb cooked chicken, diced; 1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb dried white bean, rinsed and picked over (such as cannellini or great Northern)
1/2 lb bacon, cut into 1/2 inch wide pieces
2 cups yellow onions, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 quarts chicken stock
3/4 lb cooked chicken, diced
1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese

1
Put the beans into a large pot.
2
Add water to cover by 2 inches and soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
3
Then drain.
4
Fry the bacon in a heavy stockpot over medium-high heat until crisp, about 7 minutes.
5
Use a slotted spoon to lift onto paper towels to drain.
6
Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the pot.
7
Add the onions and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes.
8
Add the shallots, garlic, bay leaves, salt and cayenne.
9
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots soften, about 1 minute.
10
Add the beans to the pot with the stock, and bring to a boil.
11
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
12
Stir in the chicken and the reserved bacon and heat through.
13
Remove and discard bay leaves.
14
Ladle into warm bowls and sprinkle with the grated cheese.

702

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dried white bean, rinsed and picked over (such as cannellini or great Northern), 1/2 lb bacon, cut into 1/2 inch wide pieces, 2 cups yellow onions, chopped, 1/2 cup celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Bacon And White Bean Soup Portuguese Style falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!