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Caldo Verde-Style Chicken & Greens Soup for Heart and Blood Sugar Health

Recipes February 12, 2026 • 1 min
A rustic bowl of chicken and greens soup with potatoes on a wooden table.
Caldo Verde-Style Chicken & Greens Soup for Heart and Blood Sugar Health
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This caldo verde–style soup is a comforting, vegetable-forward take on a classic Portuguese favorite, adapted with lean chicken and plenty of leafy greens. It’s warm, filling, and familiar—supporting heart health and balanced blood sugar through simple ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

Why This Recipe Supports Heart & Blood Sugar Health

  • Broth-based soups support hydration and fullness without heaviness
  • Leafy greens add fiber and micronutrients
  • Lean chicken provides satisfying protein without excess saturated fat

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Meal Type: Dinner
Health Tags: Cardiac Support, Diabetes Support
Renal Note: Contains potatoes (moderate potassium)

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small Yukon gold potato, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 3 cups chopped kale or collard greens
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add sliced potato and broth; bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in chicken, greens, paprika, and black pepper.
  7. Simmer another 5–10 minutes until greens are tender.
  8. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Notes & Substitutions:

  • Swap chicken for white beans or chickpeas for a vegetarian option
  • Collard greens offer a heartier texture; kale cooks faster
  • Serve with whole-grain bread if desired

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