Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup
A rich and velvety chicken soup featuring roasted garlic, aged parmesan, and tender shredded chicken for the ultimate comfort meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tbsp salted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup diced onion, carrots, and celery
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup orzo or ditalini pasta
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in butter until soft.
2. Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute.
3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Add pasta and cook until tender.
5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth.
6. Add chicken and spinach; heat until wilted and serve.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep time.
Store pasta separately if making ahead to keep texture firm.
Freshly grated parmesan melts much better than pre-shredded varieties.