Description
Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion! This deliciously rich soup combines tender ground chicken with savory herbs, creamy dairy, and vibrant vegetables, resulting in a satisfying meal that warms the soul. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or entertaining friends, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience. You can customize it with your favorite ingredients to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground chicken; cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onions (3-4 minutes), add garlic (1 minute).
- Return chicken; pour in broth, heavy cream, and milk. Stir well.
- Season with basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in cheeses until melted.
- Add spinach; cook until wilted (5-7 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg