Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings
• Category: Soup / Comfort Food
• Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
• Keywords: Italian chicken soup, chicken noodle soup, pasta soup, deesviral

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 8 oz pasta
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in garlic, oregano, thyme, and half of the parsley. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add chicken, canned tomatoes, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
7. Add pasta and cook until tender according to package directions, usually 8–10 minutes.
8. Stir in lemon juice and Parmigiano Reggiano.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
10. Serve hot, topped with the remaining parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Use ditalini, small shells, or broken spaghetti for a rustic texture.
• Add spinach or kale during the last few minutes for extra greens.
• For meal prep, cook pasta separately and add before serving.

Why This Recipe Works

Italian herbs and tomatoes add warmth and depth, while lemon juice brightens the broth and keeps the soup balanced. Parmesan melts into the soup for a rich savory finish, making every spoonful comforting yet vibrant.