Description
This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a comforting dish filled with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. Infused with Italian seasonings, Parmesan cheese, and spinach, it’s a satisfying soup that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced onions
¼ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
3 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup flour
2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
6–8 cups chicken broth (start with 6 cups)
6 oz small pasta (such as Italian shells)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
½–1 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese
2 ½–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides.
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Sauté the Vegetables: Add onions, carrots, celery, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
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Add Flour and Tomato Paste: Stir in the flour and mix well. Add tomato paste if using and stir to combine.
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Add Broth: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth. Stir to avoid lumps and deglaze the pot.
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Cook the Pasta: Bring the soup to a boil. Add the pasta, remaining Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and pasta is al dente.
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Add Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer for 5 more minutes.
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Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or spices if needed.
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Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, and serve hot.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze the soup without pasta for up to 3 months. Add pasta after reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat on low heat, adding a bit of water or broth to thin the soup if necessary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian, Comfort Food
