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Hearty Creamy Ditalini Soup

Hearty Creamy Ditalini Soup for Cozy Chilly Nights

Enjoy a warm bowl of Hearty Creamy Ditalini Soup, a comforting blend of chicken, carrots, and ditalini pasta, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use canola or avocado oil as alternatives.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free variant.
  • 1 Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 2 Carrots Parsnips can be swapped for a unique flavor.
  • 1 cup Diced Celery Omit if you don’t have it on hand.
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic is preferred.
Protein and Broth
  • 2 cups Diced Chicken Use cooked or rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Creamy Component
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta Gluten-free pasta can be used but should be cooked separately.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Omit for a dairy-free dish.
Garnishing
  • Parsley or Basil Thyme or chives can be used as substitutes.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil and butter until the mixture shimmers.
  2. Add diced onion, chopped carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Introduce diced chicken, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until lightly browned.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, stir, and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  6. Stir in ditalini pasta and cook uncovered for 8–10 minutes until tender.
  7. Reduce heat and slowly stir in heavy cream, simmering for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  8. Finally, stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, store pasta separately from the soup to maintain texture. Use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.

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