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A bowl of Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup, topped with shredded parmesan and fresh parsley.

Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup with tender chicken, creamy broth, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the cooked chicken, heavy cream, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper and salt.
  5. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the soup is heated through and slightly thickened. Do not boil.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can whisk together 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour or cornstarch with 1/4 cup of cold water and stir it into the simmering soup during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

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