Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a delightful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any dinner table. This easy-to-make soup features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce infused with Italian flavors. Perfect for cozy evenings or quick weeknight meals, every spoonful is packed with nutrition and satisfaction. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a hearty meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether paired with crusty bread or served over rice, this soup is the ultimate comfort food you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 – 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (Diced into 1 inch pieces; I used 1 1/2 pounds.)
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning (Divided)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 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)
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (Optional See notes)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth (I recommend starting with 6 cups. See notes.)
- 6 oz pasta (I used Italian small shells.)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated parmesan reggiano cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (about 4-5 minutes).
- Stir in diced onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well to combine.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while deglazing the pot.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta and remaining seasoning. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg