Description
A comforting and flavorful Italian Penicillin Soup featuring tender vegetables, shredded chicken, and ditalini pasta simmered in a savory chicken broth, garnished with fresh parsley. Perfect for a hearty and warming meal.
Ingredients
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Broth and Vegetables
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Protein and Pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz cooked ditalini pasta
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. This mixture forms the flavorful foundation of the soup.
- Simmer vegetables: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the vegetables become tender and aromatic.
- Add chicken and pasta: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and the cooked ditalini pasta to the pot, integrating the protein and pasta with the broth and vegetables.
- Season the soup: Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring the flavors are balanced throughout the soup by mixing thoroughly.
- Final simmer: Allow the soup to simmer gently for another 5-10 minutes so the flavors meld perfectly and the soup is heated through.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh parsley to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your nourishing Italian Penicillin Soup, ideal for comforting cold days or when you need a flavorful pick-me-up.
Notes
- This soup is perfect for using leftover cooked chicken.
- You can substitute ditalini pasta with any small pasta shape like elbow macaroni or orzo.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
