One-Pot Chicken Sausage & Kale Soup
The culinary equivalent of a cozy blanket. We swap traditional pork for lean chicken to cut the saturated fat without losing the soul.
"Comfort food usually implies 'artery-clogging'. This is the exception."
No matter the weather, few things are more satisfying than a pot of hearty, soul-warming soup.
This recipe is a staple in our rotation because it hits the "One-Pot" rule (easy cleanup) while delivering a massive dose of Kale (Vitamin K and fiber) and Lean Protein (Chicken Sausage) without the inflammatory grease of traditional pork sausage soups.
The Protocol
Prep The Produce
Wash and dry all produce. Trim, peel, and cut 2 carrots into a small dice. Halve, peel, and finely chop 1 yellow onion. Remove distinct stems from the kale and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces. Peel and thinly slice 2 cloves of garlic.
Brown the Sausage
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot (Dutch oven works best) over medium-high heat. Add the 9 oz chicken sausage. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat into small crumbles. Cook until browned, about 4-6 minutes.
Tip: We use chicken sausage to significantly lower the saturated fat compared to pork.
Soften the Veggies
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot with the sausage. Stir in the chopped carrot, onion, kale, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the kale has wilted and onions are soft (5-7 minutes).
Simmer & Stew
Add the sliced garlic and 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 3.5 cups of broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
Add the 2.5 oz couscous. Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until couscous is al dente (7-9 minutes).
Finish & Serve
Stir half the Parmesan (1/8 cup) into the soup to thicken it. Season with plenty of salt and pepper to taste. Divide between bowls and top with the remaining Parmesan.
Ingredients (2 Servings)
HeartHealth Approved Brands
Lean Protein (Sausage):
Bilinski, Organic Wild Mushroom Chicken Sausage →Collagen/Broth Base:
Bonafide Provisions Chicken Bone Broth (Frozen) →Grain/Fiber:
RiceSelect Pearl Couscous, Israeli-Style →