Description

This Decadent Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup is a rich and comforting dish that transforms classic lasagna flavors into a hearty, creamy soup. Featuring tender shredded chicken, tender pasta, and a luscious alfredo-style broth enriched with cheeses and Italian seasonings, this soup is perfect for a cozy dinner or anytime you crave indulgent comfort food.

Ingredients

Scale

Sauté Base

2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped

Soup Base

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half or whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste

Main Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces (or short pasta)

Cheeses

1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Garnish and Serving

Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Toasted bread or croutons for serving

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion. Sauté them until fragrant and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes, to build the flavor base for your soup.
Make Roux: Whisk in the all-purpose flour to the butter and aromatics, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste and thicken the soup later.
Add Liquids: Gradually add the chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Then pour in the half-and-half and heavy cream slowly while continuing to whisk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to combine all the creamy elements uniformly.
Season and Simmer: Season the soup with Italian seasoning, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Add the shredded cooked chicken into the pot. Allow the soup to simmer for about 10 minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, in a separate pot, cook the broken lasagna noodles or short pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
Combine Pasta and Cheeses: Add the cooked pasta directly into the simmering soup. Stir in the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses until completely melted and the soup achieves a creamy consistency.
Adjust and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley or basil for a vibrant touch. Pair it with toasted bread or croutons to complement the creamy soup.

Notes

If you prefer a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the chicken.
Use freshly grated Parmesan and mozzarella for the best melting and flavor results.
To speed up the process, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
The soup thickens as it cools; reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk as needed.
For a gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free pasta.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner, Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Alfredo soup, Lasagna soup, Creamy chicken soup, Italian soup, Comfort food, Pasta soup