Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a warm and inviting dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luscious cream sauce. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a satisfying weeknight dinner. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, you can customize it with your favorite vegetables or pasta. The result is a hearty meal that warms both body and soul, making it ideal for cozy gatherings or simply enjoying at home.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Italian seasoning
- Diced carrots
- Diced celery
- Diced onions
- Sundried tomatoes
- Garlic cloves
- Flour
- Chicken broth
- Pasta (such as small shells)
- Heavy whipping cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Stir in onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and garlic; cook until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture; stir to combine. Add tomato paste if using.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Deglaze the pot bottom.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta and additional seasoning. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan; simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg