Italian Penicillin Soup Recipe: A Cozy, Nourishing Delight
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A warm and comforting soup that combines traditional Italian flavors with nourishing ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup pastina or any small pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Add the cooked chicken and spinach, stirring until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg