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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

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Make this comforting, creamy Tuscan chicken soup for a flavorful weeknight dinner. It features tender chicken, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a rich Parmesan broth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the cut chicken pieces to the pot. Cook until lightly browned on all sides.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks, or chop it into smaller pieces. Return the chicken to the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Heat gently, but do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cream.
  7. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts into the soup.
  8. Taste the soup and add salt and black pepper as needed. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, omit pasta if your recipe includes it, or substitute beans with extra vegetables.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the simmering broth before adding the cream.
  • Use good quality sun-dried tomatoes for the best flavor depth.

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