Description
This One Pot Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup is a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any day. Made with ground chicken, fresh vegetables, Italian herbs, and a rich creamy broth, it comes together easily in just one pot for a hassle-free cooking experience. The soup is hearty yet light, with fresh spinach added for a nutritious boost and finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for an authentic Italian touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oil
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional, for added greens)
Herbs and Spices
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids and Dairy
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free version)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the ground chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot and sauté for another 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables soften.
- Add herbs and spices: Stir in the dried oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.
- Simmer with broth: Pour in the chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to fully soften.
- Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.
- Season and add spinach: Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add the spinach if using. Stir until the spinach wilts.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
- Crushed red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted to your preferred spice level.
- Spinach adds a fresh, nutritious element but can be omitted if desired.
- This soup reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
