MAMA LEONE'S CHICKEN SOUP

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I don't know what saint at Elephant's Deli decided to share the recipe for this soup, but they go on my list of people to be grateful for. I've lightened it up a bit, but the flavor's still teriffic. This is one of my favorites!

Provided by VNess

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus
extra kosher salt, for chicken breasts (divided)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus
extra black pepper, for chicken breasts (divided)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 teaspoons butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (substitue GF, if needed)
8 cups fat-free chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper to taste and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
  • When cool enough to handle, dice the meat and set aside until needed.
  • While the chicken breasts are baking, heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the butter and melt. Saute the onions and celery until the onions are translucent, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, tarragon, oregano, paprika and remaining 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring, for 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Add the flour and stir until well-combined. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the tomatoes and cream. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the reserved chicken breast and simmer 10 minutes more. Just before serving, stir in the spinach.

Thanuja Nimsara
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal to freeze for later.


Tammy Grant
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe is really good! It's flavorful and not too heavy.


Rion Shanto
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal to freeze for later.


Rj Arifin Alve
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Gennevieve Gold
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This soup is very flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


starford martey
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I made this soup with some rotisserie chicken I had leftover. It was so easy and it turned out great!


RAM NATH
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal to freeze for later.


Shirley Gordon
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe is really good! It's flavorful and not too heavy.


Hossain Mia
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal to freeze for later.


Missy 12
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Bernabe Camposeco
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This soup is very flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Sirajuddin Gopan
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I made this soup with some rotisserie chicken I had leftover. It was so easy and it turned out great!


Kevo Kevin
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal to freeze for later.


Alex Macu
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe is really good! It's flavorful and not too heavy.


Dustin Jackson
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Mhd Thasneem
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Delyne Witbooi
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


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