Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Italian Penicillin Soup, a soul-soothing blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a little boost, this easy-to-make soup promises a burst of flavor in every spoonful. Serve it with crusty bread for an extra touch of delight, and enjoy the cozy memories it brings to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop the onions, dice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add carrots and celery; cook until slightly softened. Add chicken and brown on all sides.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to cover ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in spinach or kale before serving and squeeze lemon juice over the top for brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg