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Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
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1 lb ground chicken
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 stalks celery, diced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon dried basil
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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6 cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups fresh spinach
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Optional add-ins:
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Small pasta (orzo or ditalini)
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White beans
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4–5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Notes
- Ground turkey works well as a substitute.
- Add pasta directly to the soup—just increase broth by 1–2 cups.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream.
- This soup thickens as it sits—add broth when reheating.
This Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup is cozy, hearty, and packed with comforting flavor. Savory ground chicken is simmered with Italian herbs, vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth that makes every spoonful satisfying.
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Perfect for chilly evenings or easy weeknight meals, this soup comes together with simple ingredients and big flavor. It’s a warm, nourishing dish that feels like a hug in a bowl.
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