Pastina Chicken Soup
Warm, comforting, and irresistibly hearty, Pastina Chicken Soup is the ultimate bowl of coziness. This classic Italian-inspired soup combines tender shredded chicken, delicate pastina (tiny pasta shapes), and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered in a rich chicken broth. Enhanced with a touch of garlic and fresh parsley, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or as a soothing remedy during cold weather. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s easy to prepare yet full of homemade flavor. Top it with freshly grated Parmesan for an extra layer of indulgence, and savor every spoonful of this soul-warming favorite. Perfectly suited for family dinners or meal prep, Pastina Chicken Soup is a true comfort food classic you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 0.75 cup pastina (tiny pasta)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the pastina pasta and cook for 6–8 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.1 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 453 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 8236 mg | 358% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 218.2 g | 436% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1045 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 4071 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
