Description
Get ready to enjoy a delightful bowl of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup, a recipe that perfectly balances tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. This comforting dish is ideal for cozy evenings or busy weeknights when you crave something hearty and satisfying. With its flavorful Italian seasoning and nutritious ingredients, this soup is sure to impress at family dinners or as leftovers enjoyed later in the week. Simple yet delicious, it’s an easy meal that brings warmth and comfort with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced sundried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned for about 4–5 minutes.
- Add the onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and garlic; sauté until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture and stir well. If using tomato paste, add it now.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps; scrape the bottom of the pot.
- Bring to a boil, add pasta along with more seasoning, cover, and simmer on low for 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg