CREAMY PASTA CHICKEN SOUP
This creamy pasta chicken soup is a comforting bowl of goodness, perfect for chilly evenings or when you crave a warm, hearty meal. To enhance your experience, check out these recipe tips, serving suggestions, and frequently asked questions.
Ingredients
- ngredients List for the Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup Recipe
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 lb cooked shredded or chopped chicken breast or rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups uncooked ditalini pasta or any other small pasta
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese for garnish optional
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the creamy chicken pasta soup. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic, sautéing until the vegetables become tender and fragrant, which should take about five minutes. Incorporate the cooked chicken and continue cooking for an additional three minutes, stirring regularly.
- Next, pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and softened cream cheese. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for approximately 15 minutes.
- Afterward, lower the heat further and add the uncooked pasta along with the shredded cheddar cheese. Let the soup simmer until the pasta reaches your desired level of doneness. Toward the end of the cooking process, add the chopped spinach and stir until it wilts.
- Finally, adjust the seasoning with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences. Serve the creamy chicken pasta soup in bowls, garnishing with additional parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Note: For those who prefer a thinner soup, you can cook the pasta separately and mix it into the soup just before serving, reheating as needed.