Chicken Pastina Soup
A comforting and heartwarming Chicken Pastina Soup, featuring tender chicken, tiny pastina pasta, and a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly days or when you need a cozy meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless and skinless
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup pastina pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breast. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add the pastina pasta to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This Chicken Pastina Soup is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add a splash of broth if it thickens.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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