Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup. This rich and flavorful soup combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luscious cream sauce, making it the perfect choice for cozy nights or busy weeknights. With its Italian-inspired seasonings and creamy texture, each spoonful is a warm hug for the soul. This easy-to-follow recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also impresses family and friends at the dinner table.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Italian seasoning
- Diced carrots, celery, onions
- Sundried tomatoes
- Garlic cloves
- Flour
- Chicken broth
- Pasta (small shells)
- Heavy whipping cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Add diced onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture and stir to combine. If using tomato paste, add it now.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring to eliminate lumps.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta along with remaining Italian seasoning and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and pasta is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg