Description
A comforting and wholesome Chicken and Stars Soup recipe that is perfect for chilly days or when you need a soothing bowl of soup. This easy-to-make soup is hearty, flavorful, and a favorite among both kids and adults.
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 3/4 cup uncooked stelline or star pasta
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add Broth and Pasta: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil. Add thyme, parsley, and star pasta. Simmer for 8 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Finish Soup: Stir in shredded chicken, simmer for 2–3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.
- If making ahead, cook pasta separately and add before serving to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
