CHUNKY CHICKEN SOUP WITH PASTA SHELLS

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Chicken soup made with pasta shells and vegetables is perfect for a hearty dinner that's ready within an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
2 medium onions, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve chicken broth
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup diced cooked chicken
2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 cup uncooked small pasta shells (2 ounces)
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onions, bell pepper, carrots and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Stir in broth, tomatoes, beans, chicken and basil. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in pasta. Cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Top each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 11 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1500 mg

Paul S
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I'm not a big fan of pasta in soup, but I really liked it in this recipe.


Sp Tech
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. You can cook it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week.


Finn Shiels
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Nedim
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shambu Sutha
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I used a rotisserie chicken in this soup and it turned out great.


Darcy DeRosia
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I added some fresh herbs to this soup and it really elevated the flavor.


Tia DuChene
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it was perfect. I just threw all of the ingredients in the pot and let it cook on low for 8 hours.


Tracy Wynant
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal.


Jose Pena
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I'm not a big fan of chicken soup, but this one was really good. The broth was flavorful and the chicken was tender.


Zaki Samo
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the vegetables add a nice touch of flavor.


ma karima
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. I especially love the addition of the pasta shells.


Skyla Fleischer
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Arshad Prince
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


MaD BoYZ
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This soup was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta shells were cooked perfectly. The vegetables were also cooked just right, and the broth was very flavorful.