Description
Creamy Chicken Soup with Pasta and Spinach is a comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to every bowl. This hearty recipe features tender chicken, fresh spinach, and pasta simmered in a rich, creamy broth, making it the perfect choice for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners. Quick and easy to prepare, this soup can be on your table in under an hour, impressing both family and guests alike. With its customizable flavors and nourishing ingredients, this creamy chicken soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup small pasta (shells or ditalini)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter or oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; saut? until translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in pasta and let simmer until al dente (about 8 minutes).
- Incorporate spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, warm through without boiling, then adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
For added flavor depth, consider using homemade stock.
Substitute gluten-free pasta if needed.
Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like carrots or celery.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg