Description
Chicken Parmesan Soup is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired dish that combines tender shredded chicken, ditalini pasta, and a flavorful tomato broth infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this soup brings the classic flavors of chicken Parmesan in a warm and satisfying bowl.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 4 bay leaves
- 6 cups chicken broth
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Garlic salt (to taste)
- 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning (divided)
Other Ingredients
- 8 ounces ditalini pasta
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- Grated parmesan cheese (to taste)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until the onion softens and becomes fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), 4 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil to combine the flavors.
- Cook Pasta: Add the ditalini pasta to the pot and bring the soup back to a boil. Then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until the pasta is tender. Add the remaining 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning and season with garlic salt and black pepper to taste.
- Incorporate Chicken: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and warm through for a few minutes until heated evenly.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top generously with freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving for a rich, cheesy finish.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken or any cooked chicken leftover to simplify the preparation.
- Adjust Italian seasoning and salt according to your taste preference.
- For a thicker soup, simmer longer to reduce the broth slightly.
- Substitute ditalini pasta with small pasta shapes like orzo or elbow macaroni if unavailable.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
