Description
A comforting and creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup featuring tender chicken breast pieces simmered in a flavorful broth with garlic, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and rich Parmesan cheese, perfect for a satisfying meal in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken & Broth
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), diced into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasoning & Flavor
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking chicken and garlic)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the garlic: Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about one minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Then stir in the diced tomatoes and heavy cream. Let the soup simmer for ten minutes to meld flavors.
- Season the soup: Add the Italian seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste while the soup continues to cook for a few minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese: Fold in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese slowly until it melts completely into the soup, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve and garnish: Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese. Pair with crusty bread for a perfect dipping accompaniment.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control the saltiness of the soup.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast, though flavor will vary.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Adding fresh basil or parsley as garnish can enhance the flavor and presentation.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, use less broth or simmer longer to reduce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
