Chicken Pastina Soup
This Chicken Pastina Soup is a comforting bowl of joy, perfect for chilly evenings. Tender chicken, tiny pasta, and vibrant veggies meld together in a savory broth that envelops you with warmth. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this soup transforms any meal into a cherished memory shared with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup pastina pasta
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add chicken breasts, carrots, and celery. Sear until lightly browned.
- Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves; bring to a gentle boil then lower the heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Remove chicken once cooked through, shred it using two forks, and return to the pot along with pastina pasta. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, use homemade chicken broth. - Feel free to incorporate your favorite veggies like spinach or zucchini. - To enhance freshness, a squeeze of lemon juice is delightful.