Creamy Marry Me Tuscan Chicken Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1-1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (diced)
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup carrots (diced)
• ½ cup celery (diced)
• ½ cup onions (diced)
• ¼ cup sundried tomatoes (diced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• ¼ cup flour
• 6-8 cups chicken broth
• 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• ½-1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2½-3 cups fresh spinach

INSTRUCTIONS

1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat.
2. 2 Add chicken pieces and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned (about 4–5 minutes).
3. 3 Stir in carrots, celery, onions, sundried tomatoes, and garlic; cook until veggies are translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
4. 4 Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well. If using tomato paste, add it now.
5. 5 Gradually whisk in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Add pasta and remaining seasonings; cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
6. 6 Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese; let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. 7 Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

NUTRITION

Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 35gg | Protein: 32gg | Fat: 27gg | Fiber: 3gg | Sugar: 5gg