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creamy chicken soup with pasta and spinach
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creamy chicken soup with pasta and spinach

Creamy Chicken Soup with Pasta and Spinach is everything you want in a comforting meal: creamy, hearty, and packed with nourishing ingredients. Tender chunks of chicken, delicate pasta, and vibrant spinach are nestled in a rich, creamy broth that's both soul-soothing and satisfying. It’s like your favorite chicken noodle soup got a cozy, creamy upgrade—with a little green goodness thrown in. Perfect for cold days, sick days, or just when you're craving something warm and homemade, this soup comes together quickly and makes a generous potful to share (or save for later). It’s a one-pot wonder that the whole family will love
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: chicken
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup short pasta like ditalini, shells, or rotini
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 3 cups fresh spinach or more, to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for richness

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  2. Add diced chicken to the pot and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned (it doesn't need to be fully cooked yet).
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a gentle boil. Stir in the pasta and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and spinach. Let it simmer for 2–3 more minutes, just until the spinach wilts. Stir in Parmesan cheese if using, for extra creaminess.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed. Ladle into bowls and serve warm with crusty bread or a sprinkle of extra cheese on top.

Notes

  • Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze the soup without the pasta for best results. When reheating, cook and add fresh pasta.
Reheating: Warm gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or cream to loosen if needed.