Description
Indulge in the warmth and richness of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup, a perfect dish to transport you to Italy with every spoonful. This velvety soup combines tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, all enveloped in a luscious cream base. Ideal for cozy nights or entertaining guests, it promises to delight your taste buds and fill your home with enchanting aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in diced carrots and cook until slightly softened. Add diced chicken breasts, seasoning with salt and pepper until cooked through.
- Pour in the chicken broth along with dried Italian herbs. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Lower the heat and gradually stir in heavy cream. Add fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, warming through for another few minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg