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Tuscan Chicken Soup Recipe

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This creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan-infused broth. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tuscan, Italian

Ingredients

Soup Base

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned, packed in oil, and drained

Instructions

  1. Sauté Garlic: Add the butter and vegetable or avocado oil to a large pot over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and the oil begins shimmering, add the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
  2. Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, then stir in the Italian seasoning and shredded Parmesan cheese. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to combine all the ingredients and melt the cheese.
  3. Heat Chicken: Add the shredded cooked chicken to the simmering soup. Continue to cook the soup until the chicken is warmed through evenly, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, just until the spinach has wilted and the tomatoes are heated through.
  5. Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftover chicken to save time.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and Parmesan with coconut cream and a dairy-free cheese alternative.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the chicken broth slightly or add a slurry of cornstarch and water during simmering.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil add rich flavor; rinse them if you prefer less oil in the soup.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://cookingwithsarah.com/tuscan-chicken-soup-recipe/