Description
This Cozy Chicken Pastina Soup is a warm and comforting dish perfect for cold days. Featuring tender shredded chicken, delicate pastina pasta, and a flavorful blend of vegetables simmered in a savory chicken broth, it’s a simple yet nourishing meal that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pastina (or small pasta like ditalini, orzo)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add diced onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.
- Add broth and chicken: Pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth, then add the shredded chicken breasts. Season with salt and pepper. Bring everything to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Cook the pastina: Stir in the 1/2 cup of pastina pasta. Continue to simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the pasta is tender and cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot for a hearty and cozy meal.
Notes
- You can substitute pastina with other small pasta shapes like ditalini or orzo.
- Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking and shredding the chicken breasts.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- This soup reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
