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Chicken Pastina Soup

Cozy Up with Chicken Pastina Soup for Comfort and Flavor

This Chicken Pastina Soup is a comforting dish blending tender chicken, soft pastina, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Use high-quality extra virgin for maximum flavor.
  • 1 pound Chicken breasts (boneless & skinless) Shredded for texture or rotisserie chicken as a substitute.
  • 1 medium yellow onion Can be swapped for white or red onion.
  • 2 stalks celery Diced; rinse before chopping.
  • 2 large carrots Cut into small, uniform pieces.
  • 4 cups Chicken stock Opt for homemade for richer flavor.
  • 2 cups water Adjust for soup’s consistency.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or use fresh minced garlic.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Use freshly ground for bolder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust based on saltiness of chicken stock.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Pastina (Acini di pepe or stelline) These absorb the broth perfectly.
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Serve with extra cheese if desired.

Equipment

  • Large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
  2. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Sear in the pot for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Add 1 cup of chicken stock and simmer on low for about 7 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken, add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, and sauté for 15 minutes.
  5. Shred chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the pot.
  6. Stir in remaining chicken stock and water, season with black pepper and salt, and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Add pastina and reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes until al dente.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
  9. Ladle into bowls and top with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers separately to maintain pasta texture. Use a stand mixer for quick shredding. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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