Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Feel free to swap in whatever pasta you have on hand, and if you’re out of spinach, kale or chard works just as well. This recipe is all about flexibility!
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the broken lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, stir in the heavy cream, cooked chicken, and spinach. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Gradually add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil for a pop of color and freshness.
There’s something about watching the cheese melt into the soup that just makes my heart sing. And trust me, there’s no such thing as too much cheese!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: White chicken lasagna soup, recipe, cooking, food
