Easy Italian Ground Chicken Soup
A warm and comforting Italian-inspired soup made with ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste salt and pepper
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and start by chopping the onion, dicing the carrots and celery, and mincing the garlic.
Cooking
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Incorporate the diced carrots and celery to the pot, stirring well and sautéing for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the can of diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
- Sprinkle in the dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to taste and let the mixture come to a simmer.
- Lower the heat and let it cook for 20-30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added depth, try using homemade broth. Feel free to add more vegetables or a protein alternative to suit your dietary needs.