Chicken Parmesan Soup
Enjoy all the classic flavors of chicken parmesan in a comforting soup! This easy recipe features tender chicken, a rich tomato broth, and plenty of parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked small pasta (such as ditalini or orzo)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pot. Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 5 minutes more, or until chicken is heated through and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. You can also add a dollop of ricotta cheese to each bowl before serving.
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