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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup Recipe

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a hearty and comforting dish combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth enhanced with Parmesan cheese and fresh spinach. This flavorful soup is perfect for cozy dinners and is made with simple ingredients for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1–1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Vegetables

  • ½ cup diced carrots
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • ¼ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3 minced garlic cloves

Soup Base and Finishing

  • ¼ cup flour
  • 6–8 cups chicken broth
  • 6 oz small shell pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½–1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2½ –3 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced onions, carrots, celery, sun-dried tomatoes, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring well to combine and coat everything evenly. This will help thicken the soup.
  4. Incorporate Broth: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid any lumps from forming due to the flour.
  5. Cook the Pasta and Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then add the small shell pasta and the remaining ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the pasta is tender.
  6. Add Cream, Cheese, and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream, fresh spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spinach to wilt.
  7. Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning if needed before serving hot.

Notes

  • Use chicken broth with low sodium if you want to control the salt content.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and pasta.
  • You can substitute fresh spinach with kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
  • To make it lighter, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the soup will be less creamy.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup, Italian Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, Chicken and Spinach Soup

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