Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ⅛ teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
– 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb) uncooked for hearty texture and nutrition
– ¼ cup chopped sundried tomatoes (optional)
– 2 cups dry short pasta or broken lasagna noodles
– 1 cup half-and-half for creaminess and richness
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 1 cup roughly chopped fresh spinach for vitamins and fresh flavors
– Ricotta cheese for garnish
– Parmesan cheese for garnish
– Shredded mozzarella cheese for garnish
Instructions
1-Gather and prep ingredients for smooth workflow.
2-Sauté aromatics to build flavor base.
3-Simmer and shred chicken carefully.
4-Cook pasta separately for the best texture.
5-Combine and thicken with slurry before serving.
Last Step:
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🧄 Sauté onions and garlic gently to release maximum flavor without burning.
🥣 Whisk half-and-half and cornstarch thoroughly to avoid lumps in the soup.
🌿 Customize by adding other vegetables or substituting vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl