Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Chicken Alfredo Soup, a hearty and creamy twist on the classic pasta dish. This soup is loaded with tender chicken, pasta, and a velvety Parmesan-infused broth that will warm you up from the inside out. Perfect for a cozy night in or a gathering with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Soup:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
Additions:
- 1 ½ cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a light roux.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Cook Pasta: Stir in the pasta. Cook for 8–10 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Finish Soup: Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the shredded chicken, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup is creamy and heated through.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick option.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies.
- For a thicker soup, stir in an extra tablespoon of flour at the beginning or reduce the broth slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
