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Chicken Soup

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A creamy, Tuscan-inspired chicken soup made in one pot with tender chicken, savory vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and spinach in a rich cream sauce that’s as irresistible as its name.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 10 cups (about 10 servings)

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken (breasts, thighs, or rotisserie)

2 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

2 medium carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

1 medium onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced

3 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)

6 cups chicken broth

2 cups small pasta (e.g., shells)

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Brown on all sides.
  2. Add carrots, celery, onions, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in flour (and tomato paste if using), then whisk in chicken broth, scraping the bottom to deglaze.
  4. Bring to a simmer, add pasta, remaining seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes until pasta is al dente and chicken is cooked through.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and spinach. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until spinach is wilted.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Notes

  • For gluten-free, use GF pasta and substitute flour with cornstarch slurry.
  • Rotisserie chicken can be used; add at the end to prevent overcooking.
  • Cook pasta separately to avoid mushiness, especially if freezing.
  • To freeze, omit cream and add after reheating.
  • Try adding mozzarella or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tuscan-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg