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Italian Style Chicken Noodle Soup

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This Italian-inspired chicken noodle soup combines tender chicken, savory vegetables, and al dente pasta in a flavorful broth. Infused with herbs and topped with Parmesan cheese, it’s the perfect comfort food for any day.​

Ingredients

  • For the Soup:

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil​

    • 1 cup diced onion​

    • 1 cup diced carrots​

    • 1 cup diced celery​

    • 4 cloves garlic, minced​

    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano​

    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme​

    • 6 cups chicken broth​

    • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (optional)​

    • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs​

    • 8 ounces small pasta (such as ditalini or small shells)​

    • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese​

    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste​

    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)​

    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)​

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Vegetables:

    • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.​

    • Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8–10 minutes.​

    • Stir in minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.​

  2. Add Broth and Chicken:

    • Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes (if using).​

    • Add the chicken breasts or thighs to the pot.​

    • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 20–25 minutes.​

  3. Cook the Pasta:

    • While the soup is simmering, cook the pasta separately according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.​

  4. Shred the Chicken:

    • Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.​

    • Return the shredded chicken to the pot.​

  5. Combine and Season:

    • Add the cooked pasta to the soup.​

    • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.​

    • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.​

    • If desired, add fresh lemon juice for brightness.​

  6. Serve:

    • Ladle the soup into bowls.​

    • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.​

    • Serve hot with crusty Italian bread.​

Notes

  • Pasta Cooking Tip: Cooking the pasta separately prevents it from absorbing too much broth and becoming mushy.​

  • Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or kale for added nutrition.​

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of broth if needed.​

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