Description
This creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a hearty, one-pot meal packed with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian herbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick and comforting dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 (15-oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups baby spinach or kale
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken: Add diced chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
- Build the Broth: Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Beans and Greens: Stir in cannellini beans and spinach (or kale). Cook for 2–3 minutes until the greens wilt.
- Finish with Cream and Cheese: Reduce heat to low, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer for another 2 minutes until well combined and heated through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- Make It Dairy-Free: Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream and omit Parmesan.
- Alternate Proteins: Try turkey, sausage, or shrimp.
- Extra Vegetables: Add zucchini, carrots, or bell peppers.
- Low-Carb Version: Skip the beans and add more greens.
- Spicier Option: Increase red pepper flakes or add hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: italian
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