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Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup Recipe

Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup Recipe
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5.1 from 17 reviews

This creamy chicken pasta soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender shredded chicken, vegetables, and small pasta in a rich cheddar and cream cheese broth. Perfect for cozy dinners, it combines savory flavors with creamy texture, enhanced by fresh spinach and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 4 cups (1l) low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Protein and Cheese

  • 1 lb (450g) cooked shredded or chopped chicken breast (or rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)

Pasta and Greens

  • 2 cups uncooked ditalini pasta (or any other small pasta)
  • 2 cups chopped spinach

Seasoning

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Fresh black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté the vegetables and chicken: In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked shredded chicken and cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring regularly to combine flavors.
  2. Add broth and dairy: Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and softened cream cheese. Stir well to incorporate the cream cheese into the liquid. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil, then let it cook for 15 minutes to meld the flavors.
  3. Cook pasta and add cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the uncooked ditalini pasta and shredded cheddar cheese. Simmer gently until the pasta is cooked to your preference, usually about 8-10 minutes. Towards the end of cooking, fold in the chopped spinach and stir until wilted.
  4. Season and serve: Taste the soup and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your creamy chicken pasta soup!

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Ditalini pasta works best to hold the soup, but small pasta shapes like orzo or small shells are good alternatives.
  • The soup will thicken as it cools; add a splash of broth when reheating if needed.
  • Gluten-free pasta can be used to make this recipe gluten-free.

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