Chicken Pastina Soup
A comforting and wholesome Chicken Pastina Soup, featuring tender chicken, tiny pasta, and a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly days or when you're feeling under the weather.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup pastina pasta or any small pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in the pastina pasta and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until tender.
- Add the cooked chicken and dried parsley. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
This Chicken Pastina Soup is a versatile and soothing meal. You can add spinach or kale for extra nutrients. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
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