Description
A creamy and comforting Tuscan chicken soup loaded with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and Italian spices, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Add diced carrots and celery, sautéing until softened and colorful.
- Stir in the chicken breasts, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook chicken for about 20 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Add diced tomatoes, chopped spinach, and heavy cream to the pot. Stir well and let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy every comforting bite.
Notes
This soup keeps well, so consider making a double batch and saving leftovers for a quick lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg