Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for any season. This delicious pasta soup combines tender shredded chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious, creamy broth, making it an ideal choice for cozy nights or quick, nourishing meals. Rich in flavor and velvety in texture, it’s a family favorite that’s easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 8 ounces of your favorite pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or packed frozen spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Use cooked or leftover chicken for convenience.
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add cooked chicken and simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream or half-and-half. Add the cooked pasta, stirring to combine. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in spinach, cooking until wilted or heated through. Season with salt and black pepper. Add grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or carrots for added flavor and nutrition.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of broth or cream to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg