Quick Light Chicken Toscana Soup Insired by Macaroni Grill
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Quick Light Chicken Toscana Soup, inspired by Macaroni Grill’s signature dish, and crafted to be a healthy yet hearty option for busy weeknights. Bursting with tender chunks of sautéed chicken, creamy cannellini beans, and the rich tang of sun-dried tomatoes, this soup achieves a perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition. Fresh baby spinach adds a vibrant pop of color while a splash of heavy cream gives the broth its luxurious texture. Infused with Italian seasoning and a touch of spice from optional crushed red pepper flakes, this one-pot meal is ready in just 35 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying dinner for the whole family. Serve it topped with grated Parmesan cheese for an irresistible final touch that'll have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth, low sodium
- 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned
- 3 cups baby spinach, fresh
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same pot, add diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring to release its aroma.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Stir in cannellini beans, sun-dried tomatoes, and cooked chicken. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Add baby spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Simmer for another 3-5 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated and heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.8 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1177 mg | 25% | |
*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.
