Description
A soul-warming Chicken Parmesan Soup that combines the comforting flavors of chicken parmesan in a rich broth, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cooked pasta (like shells or elbow)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken, chicken broth, marinara sauce, basil, and oregano. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook for 10 minutes to meld the flavors beautifully.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cooked pasta, letting the ingredients heat through for about 5 minutes until warmed and creamy.
- Remove the pot from the heat and mix in the shredded mozzarella cheese until it melts into the soup, creating a luscious texture.
- Serve hot, topped with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for garnish.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, consider a splash of balsamic vinegar while sautéing. Customize with vegetables or spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg