Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup is a delightful blend of tender chicken, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes simmered in a rich, creamy broth. This comforting dish captures the essence of Tuscany, making it perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings with friends and family. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this soup is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s an experience that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until golden brown.
- Add diced chicken; cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in spinach and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; sprinkle in oregano and basil. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower heat; gradually stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg