Description
Cheesy Chicken Parm Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, rich broth, and a creamy cheese layer for a delightful culinary experience. Each spoonful offers a cozy embrace, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings or gatherings with family and friends. Whip up this simple yet flavorful recipe in no time and create lasting memories around your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup small pasta (optional; like ditalini or orzo)
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add diced chicken to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Finish with dried basil and oregano before serving. Optional: garnish with extra cheese or parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg