Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup: A Cozy Indulgence for Food Lovers
This creamy chicken pasta soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days. Packed with flavors and textures, it’s a dish that every food lover will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot, sautéing until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and cooked chicken back into the pot.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the pasta is cooked.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add more heavy cream.
- Feel free to use leftover chicken for a quicker prep time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup, Comfort Food, Cozy Recipes