Ingredients
For the Soup:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 medium carrot, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the Ground Chicken:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.
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Sauté the Vegetables:
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In the same pot, sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Combine the Chicken and Broth:
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Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
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Add the Cream and Seasonings:
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Add heavy cream, whole milk, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer:
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Bring the soup to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10-15 minutes.
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Add the Cheese:
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Stir in the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese, allowing them to melt into the soup.
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Add the Vegetables:
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Stir in chopped spinach, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Adjust Seasoning and Serve:
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Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve the soup hot with fresh basil if desired.
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Notes
Use Ground Turkey: Swap ground chicken with ground turkey for a leaner option.
Swap the Greens: Replace spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor.
Make it Thicker: Reduce the amount of broth or add a cornstarch slurry for a thicker texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food, Italian, Healthy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian