Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a luscious cream sauce to create a dish that warms both body and soul. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, offering a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, it’s destined to become a family favorite. Gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a bowl of this delicious Tuscan-inspired soup that brings warmth to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1–1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (diced)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 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 cups chicken broth (or more as needed)
- 6 oz small pasta (e.g., shells)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2.5 cups fresh spinach
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook chicken with Italian seasoning until browned.
- Add carrots, celery, onions, sundried tomatoes, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Gradually sprinkle in flour; stir to combine.
- Whisk in chicken broth while deglazing the pot.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta and simmer for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- 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: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg