Name: Hearty Italian Chicken Minestrone Soup with Pasta and Vegetables
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow); 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme); Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 cups baby spinach; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving; Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until lightly browned. Remove chicken and set aside.
2
In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
3
Add garlic and zucchini. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4
Return the chicken to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cannellini beans, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
5
Bring soup to a simmer. Add pasta, stir, and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and chicken is cooked through.
6
Stir in baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning if needed.
7
Ladle soup into bowls. Top with freshly grated Parmesan and parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Hearty Italian Chicken Minestrone Soup with Pasta and Vegetables

Instructions

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