Description
A comforting and flavorful soup packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and rich Italian flavors, perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather.
Ingredients
Scale
- Bone-in chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Season the vegetables with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Add chicken thighs to the pot and pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Carefully remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir.
- Taste the broth and adjust seasoning as needed. Optionally, add a handful of fresh spinach or kale and let it wilt.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
[‘Use bone-in chicken for added depth of flavor.’, ‘Sauté vegetables first to enhance their natural sweetness.’, ‘Let the soup simmer low and slow for better flavor.’, ‘Taste and season generously as you cook.’, ‘Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness if needed.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Italian soup, chicken soup, comfort food, healthy soup, easy dinner, quick recipe