Chicken Pastina Soup
Chicken Pastina Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, tiny pasta, and fresh vegetables in a savory broth. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, this soup offers comfort with every spoonful. Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion that calls for warmth and joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup small pasta (pastina)
- 2 medium fresh carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth and enough water to cover the ingredients completely. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer; add pastina and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Remove chicken after about 20 minutes; shred it using two forks and return it to the soup along with chopped herbs.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize the soup by adding seasonal vegetables like spinach or zucchini. For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or hot sauce just before serving.