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Italian Penicillin Soup with Pasta and Chicken

Italian Penicillin Soup with Pasta and Chicken for Cozy Nights

Enjoy the warmth of Italian Penicillin Soup with Pasta and Chicken, a nourishing bowl filled with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and al dente pasta for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound skinless chicken thighs or breasts Use for tender flavor
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini) Can use gluten-free pasta if needed
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium carrots, diced Adds sweetness and nutrition
  • 2 stalks celery, diced Brings crunch and aroma
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Enriches the taste profile
For Zest and Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Brightens the flavors
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Add skinless chicken thighs or breasts to the pot, sautéing for 5 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and stir in thyme and bay leaf. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add small pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender but still al dente. Stir occasionally.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional minute.
  6. Remove bay leaf, ladle soup into bowls, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra nutrition, consider adding greens like spinach or kale a minute before serving. Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation by adding it in the last minutes of cooking.

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