Description
Experience the heartwarming comfort of Italian Penicillin Soup, a nourishing remedy that wraps you in cozy flavors. Perfect for chilly nights or when you need a little TLC, this delightful dish features tender chicken simmered with vibrant vegetables and al dente pasta, all enveloped in a rich, aromatic broth. Each spoonful offers not just sustenance but also a sense of love and warmth, reminding you that food can be both healing and satisfying. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this classic recipe that has stood the test of time.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3 medium carrots (sliced)
- 3 stalks celery (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 whole chicken breast (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or orzo)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in sliced carrots and chopped celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Mix in minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and add the whole chicken breast, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer covered for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breast, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Add the small pasta to the soup and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
- Remove bay leaves from the soup and season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg