Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, vegetables, pasta, and a creamy broth flavored with Italian seasonings. This soup is perfect for a cozy night in or to feed a crowd.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1–1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
Soup Base:
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 oz pasta
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken, 1 teaspoon of Italian Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onions, carrots, celery, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic to the pot. Cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Flour and Broth: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, ensuring no lumps. Bring to a boil.
- Cook Pasta: Add pasta and remaining Italian seasoning to the pot. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked and pasta is al dente.
- Finish Soup: Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- If using tomato paste, add it when adding flour.
- Start with 6 cups of chicken broth; adjust as needed for desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
