QUICKIE CHICKEN MINESTRONE
This is a hearty soup, but it's not heavy or greasy. I use chicken breasts for quick cooking, but you could extend the cooking time and sub in chicken thighs too. For added protein, I sometimes stir in some cooked white beans or chickpeas. If you have leftover cooked chicken, you can also build the soup and stir in the chicken at the last minute. Letting the soup cool slightly before eating can be key. We let steak and bread rest before eating them, so give your soup a few minutes to rest before digging in as well.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Start the soup: Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil, scallions, carrots, garlic and mushrooms and season with salt and the oregano. Cook over medium high heat, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the vegetables become tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the chicken stock and tomatoes, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes so the tomatoes lose their raw taste.
- Cook the chicken and pasta: Season the chicken breasts with salt on all sides. Lower the heat and add the chicken breasts and elbow macaroni. Simmer until the pasta cooks and the chicken breasts are cooked through and register 160 degrees F on a meat thermometer, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Finish: Turn off the heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and transfer to a flat surface. Put a fork in each piece of chicken to hold it in place and avoid touching the hot meat with your hands as you cut. Slice the chicken into small pieces and add it back into the soup. Allow the soup to "stand" on the stove for 5 minutes before serving. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the basil and cheese.
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Cheyanne Farley
[email protected]This is my new favorite soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
MH Pranto
[email protected]I love the addition of pesto in this soup. It gives it a nice depth of flavor.
GiftOz
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Arjun Bhujel
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect.
Scott Einish
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.
Atabek Maripov
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
nepal terai
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Brinder Dugala
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a lifesaver on busy weeknights.
kwaning shadrack
[email protected]This is the best minestrone soup I've ever had. The flavors are incredible.
Tarawallie Mohammed
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Tembisile Hlongwane
[email protected]This soup is so flavorful and hearty. I love that it's packed with vegetables.
Rehman Malak
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.
amy schlack
[email protected]This is my new go-to soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.
Ridam Thapa
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.
Muhammad Ayaz Mehmood
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.
Ethan Turple
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and comforting.
Amna Malik
[email protected]This was a great way to use up some leftover chicken. The soup was flavorful and hearty.
Tresha Miller
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! I added some leftover roasted chicken and it was a great addition.