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Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup

Savor Every Spoonful of Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup

Experience the heartwarming flavors of Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup, a quick and delightful meal for any occasion.
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Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken soup, comfort food, Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup, creamy soup, soup, weeknight meal
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 pound Ground chicken lean protein
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Chicken broth for base flavor

For the Creaminess

  • 1 cup Heavy cream for a rich texture
  • 1 cup Whole milk to balance richness

For Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil for Italian flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano adds warmth
  • ½ teaspoon Salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper for mild heat
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional, for heat

For the Cheesy Finish

  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • ½ cup Mozzarella cheese shredded

For the Veggie Boost

  • 2 cups Fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot diced
  • 1 stalk Celery diced

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add ground chicken, sauté for 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
  • Remove chicken, add onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Recombine chicken into pot, mixing with onion and garlic.
  • Pour in chicken broth, stir, and bring to a simmer.
  • Add heavy cream and whole milk, stirring until combined.
  • Sprinkle in dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Add shredded mozzarella until melted completely.
  • Incorporate spinach, diced carrot, and diced celery, cooking for additional 5-7 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  • Ladle into bowls and enjoy!

Notes

This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg