QUICKIE CHICKEN MINESTRONE
This is a hearty soup, but it's not heavy or greasy. I use chicken breasts for quick cooking, but you could extend the cooking time and sub in chicken thighs too. For added protein, I sometimes stir in some cooked white beans or chickpeas. If you have leftover cooked chicken, you can also build the soup and stir in the chicken at the last minute. Letting the soup cool slightly before eating can be key. We let steak and bread rest before eating them, so give your soup a few minutes to rest before digging in as well.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Start the soup: Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil, scallions, carrots, garlic and mushrooms and season with salt and the oregano. Cook over medium high heat, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the vegetables become tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the chicken stock and tomatoes, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes so the tomatoes lose their raw taste.
- Cook the chicken and pasta: Season the chicken breasts with salt on all sides. Lower the heat and add the chicken breasts and elbow macaroni. Simmer until the pasta cooks and the chicken breasts are cooked through and register 160 degrees F on a meat thermometer, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Finish: Turn off the heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and transfer to a flat surface. Put a fork in each piece of chicken to hold it in place and avoid touching the hot meat with your hands as you cut. Slice the chicken into small pieces and add it back into the soup. Allow the soup to "stand" on the stove for 5 minutes before serving. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the basil and cheese.
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Fedruccio
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. I also love that it's a one-pot meal.
MUKUVE IMMANUEL
[email protected]This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the combination of chicken, vegetables, and pesto.
Anna Bella
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of this soup. The chicken was dry and the vegetables were overcooked. I also found the broth to be too salty.
Samreen Malik
[email protected]This soup was okay. It was easy to make, but the flavor was a bit bland. I think it would have been better with some more herbs or spices.
Afie Adoma
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of extra pesto to give it a more flavorful kick.
Adham Hafez
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy soup to make. I used leftover chicken and vegetables, and it was still really good. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ilyes Abdstar
[email protected]This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time I make it.
David Abel
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken and vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the broth was light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mahamed Seid
[email protected]This soup is a family favorite. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's perfect for a cold winter night. I always make a big batch so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Aniket Maudhub
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. I also love that it's a one-pot meal.
I K R A M
[email protected]This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the combination of chicken, vegetables, and pesto.
Kayza Stine
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of this soup. The chicken was dry and the vegetables were overcooked. I also found the broth to be too salty.
Auran Zeb
[email protected]This soup was okay. It was easy to make, but the flavor was a bit bland. I think it would have been better with some more herbs or spices.
mohamed amine ben youssef
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of extra pesto to give it a more flavorful kick.
Innocent Trophy
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy soup to make. I used leftover chicken and vegetables, and it was still really good. I'll definitely be making this again.
kolil islam
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was hearty and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Nevaeh Bluford
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of chicken, vegetables, and pesto. It's a great weeknight meal.
Slayy Queen
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken and vegetables were perfectly cooked, and the broth was light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Zaim
[email protected]This minestrone was a hit with my family! The chicken and vegetables were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I especially loved the addition of the pesto, which gave the soup a nice pop of flavor.