Comforting Creamy Chicken Soup You’ll Want to Savor

This comforting creamy chicken soup is an inviting dish filled with rich flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for quick dinners or special occasions.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: soups

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if preferred.
1 cup Diced Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic is a great alternative.
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.

For the Soup

2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Crushed tomatoes work as a lighter substitute.
4 cups Chicken Stock Opt for homemade or low-sodium stock.
1 cup Filtered Water Replace with stock for a richer flavor.
½ cup Sundried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can lighten the recipe.
2 cups Diced/Shredded Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.

For Texture and Creaminess

1 cup Small Pasta Shapes e.g., orecchiette or ditalini.
1 cup Heavy Cream Swap with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative.

For Brightness

1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar Lemon juice may also work.
2 cups Baby Spinach You can swap for other greens.

Equipment

heavy-bottomed pot

Method

Cooking Steps

In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onions with salt and pepper, sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
Sprinkle in garlic powder and dried thyme, stir for about 1 minute until the spices release their aroma.
Add tomato paste, cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly until darkened slightly.
Pour in chicken stock and filtered water, scrape up any browned bits, and bring to a gentle boil.
Stir in chopped sundried tomatoes and chicken, bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add small pasta shapes, cover, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 8-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan, red wine vinegar, and spinach.
Taste and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, or vinegar before serving.
Ladle into bowls and serve immediately with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients like herbs and quality stock significantly elevate the flavor of the soup. Always taste and adjust seasonings before serving for the best experience.

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