Description
Get ready to indulge in a warm bowl of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup! This delightful dish combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce that envelops your taste buds in comfort. Perfect for cozy nights or busy weeknights, this flavorful soup is packed with hearty ingredients and aromatic Italian herbs. With each spoonful, you’ll experience the satisfying warmth that makes this recipe a family favorite. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 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)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 1/2 – 3 cups fresh spinach
- Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until browned (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and garlic. Cook until veggies are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well; add tomato paste if desired.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring continuously.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta and another teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed throughout cooking. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for variation.