Creamy Spinach Chicken Soup
A warm and cozy soup filled with tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a rich, creamy broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken (boneless, skinless thighs or breasts)
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 Onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil or Butter
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start by cubing your chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop the garlic and onion. If using fresh spinach, give it a good rinse and roughly chop it.
- Cook the chicken: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Add the aromatics: Once your chicken is cooked, add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until they’re translucent and fragrant.
- Pour in the broth: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and let it come to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate the spinach: Once simmering, stir in the fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Make it creamy: Lower the heat and pour in 1 cup of heavy cream. Stir well and let the flavors meld for about 5 minutes.
- Add Parmesan: Stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Serve it up: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
Pairs well with garlic bread or a side salad. For a zesty kick, add lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Soup, Chicken Soup, Spinach Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes