Chicken Parmesan Soup
Cozy, hearty Chicken Parmesan Soup made with tender chicken, pasta, and Italian flavors. A cheesy, comforting twist on the classic – perfect for chilly nights!
Servings 6
Calories 245kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 1 cup small pasta like ditalini or elbow
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional
- fresh basil chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Get prepped
- Dice 1 small onion, mince 3 cloves garlic, and shred or dice the 2 cups cooked chicken.
- Measure out the 1 cup small pasta, 4 cups chicken stock, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.
Sauté the aromatics
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion
- Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.3 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Build the soup base
- Add the chicken stock, 15 oz diced tomatoes, and 15 oz tomato sauce to the pot. Stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.4 cups chicken stock, 15 oz diced tomatoes, 15 oz tomato sauce
Add the chicken and pasta
- Stir in the cooked chicken and pasta.2 cups cooked chicken, 1 cup small pasta
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking.
Finish with cheese
- Stir in 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and let it melt a little. Serve hot with crusty bread or garlic bread.1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Serve
- Taste and season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh basil if desired.fresh basil
- Serve hot with crusty bread or garlic bread on the side.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy shortcut.
- Cook the pasta separately if you plan to have leftovers. This prevents the pasta from
absorbing too much liquid and becoming mushy. - For an extra cheesy kick, add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 1226mg | Potassium: 562mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 539IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 3mg
