Description
Hearty white chicken lasagna soup brings Italian comfort to your kitchen with layers of rich, cheesy goodness. Comforting noodles, tender chicken, and velvety sauce create a delightful meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Pasta:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 8 oz lasagna noodles
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Dairy and Creamy Base:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Herbs, Seasonings, and Aromatics:
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Dice onions and mince fresh garlic, then heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions and garlic until translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add to the pot, cooking until golden and no longer pink in the center.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot, allowing the liquid to simmer and chicken to absorb the seasonings for 5 minutes.
- Break lasagna noodles into rustic, uneven pieces and add them directly to the simmering pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Reduce heat to low and let the soup gently simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
- Incorporate grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring until completely melted and integrated.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld and slightly thicken.
- Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- Optimize sautéing by ensuring onions and garlic are finely chopped for even flavor distribution and quicker cooking.
- Select boneless, skinless chicken breasts for leaner protein and easier preparation, cutting into uniform pieces guarantees consistent cooking.
- Experiment with alternative noodle types like gluten-free lasagna or whole wheat options to accommodate dietary restrictions and add nutritional variety.
- Enhance creaminess by using full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream, which creates a richer texture and more indulgent soup experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 682
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 931 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 172 mg