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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup: Hearty and Quick Comfort Food

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Make this rich, creamy Tuscan chicken soup on the stovetop. It combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan for a satisfying, easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks, or dice it further if preferred. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Heat gently until the cheese melts and the soup is warmed through. Do not boil after adding the cream.
  7. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup, about 2 minutes.
  8. Taste the soup and add salt and black pepper as needed. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a heartier meal, add 1 cup of small pasta, like ditalini or orzo, when you add the chicken broth. Cook according to package directions, adding a few extra minutes if needed.
  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to cut down on prep time. Add the shredded chicken in Step 6.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half of the heavy cream with half-and-half.

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