Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup Recipe, a creamy, protein-packed dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. In just 40 minutes, you can create a bowl of velvety goodness filled with tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and rich Parmesan cheese. Perfect for casual dinners or impressing guests, this soup is not only satisfying but also versatile—customize it with your favorite veggies or herbs to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until softened. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in bite-sized chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth along with thyme and basil. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Lower heat again; stir in heavy cream and gradually add grated Parmesan until melted. If using, add spinach or kale until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 105mg