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Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup Recipe

Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup Recipe
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5 from 18 reviews

This Creamy Italian Ground Chicken Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of ground chicken, pasta, peas, and a creamy ricotta sauce creates a hearty and satisfying meal that your whole family will love.

Ingredients

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For the Soup:

  • 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • 3 cloves Garlic, crushed or minced
  • 1 Tablespoon Chopped Calabrian Peppers* (optional)
  • 4 cups Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 8 oz Farfalle or Bowtie Pasta
  • 1 cup (170g) Frozen Peas
  • 2 oz Parmigiano Reggiano or Parmesan, freshly grated

For the Ricotta Sauce:

  • 15 oz (1 3/4 cup) Low Fat Ricotta
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • Juice of 2 Lemons + Zest of 1 Lemon
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the Chicken: Heat a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat with the olive oil. Add the ground chicken and brown one side before fully cooking.
  2. Add Seasonings: To the cooked chicken, add Italian seasoning, garlic, and Calabrian chiles. Cook until fragrant.
  3. Cook Pasta: Deglaze with chicken broth, then add pasta. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Prepare Ricotta Sauce: Blend ricotta sauce ingredients until smooth.
  5. Finish Soup: Add peas to the cooked pasta, then stir in the ricotta sauce and grated cheese. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can garnish with additional grated parmesan, Calabrian chiles, black pepper, fresh basil, and a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
  • If not serving immediately, keep the soup warm over low heat.

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Keywords: Ground Chicken Soup, Italian Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Pasta Soup

Find it online: https://reemcook.com/creamy-italian-ground-chicken-soup-recipe/