Description
A rich and comforting Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, aromatic garlic and onions, tangy diced tomatoes, and a luscious Parmesan-infused cream base, perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal any day.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat until shimmering to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning: Stir in the diced tomatoes along with the Italian seasoning, allowing the soup to simmer for about 3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add chicken broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Incorporate shredded chicken: Add the cooked shredded chicken into the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
- Add cream and heat through: Stir in the heavy cream and simmer the soup gently until it’s warmed throughout without boiling.
- Melt in Parmesan cheese: Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring continuously until the cheese has melted completely, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
- Season and serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper according to taste. Serve hot garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken or any cooked chicken for convenience.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- You can add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve with crusty bread or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Make sure to add Parmesan cheese gradually to avoid clumping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Parmesan Soup, Italian Soup, Comfort Food Soup, Easy Dinner Soup
