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Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup

A heartwarming creamy chicken pasta soup that's perfect for cozy evenings, packed with flavors and textures that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Lean protein and heartiness.
  • 2 cups Pasta (Elbow macaroni or your choice) For that comforting texture.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth The flavorful base.
  • 1 cup Cream Adds richness; can use heavy cream or half-and-half.
Aromatics
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
Herbs and Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Thyme Dried.
  • 1 tbsp Parsley Fresh, chopped for garnish.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add it to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
Cooking
  1. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, toss in your pasta of choice.
  2. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the pasta is cooked al dente.
  3. Stir in the cream and fresh parsley, and let it simmer for another few minutes until warmed through.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve in bowls garnished with extra parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze before adding cream.