Description
This Chicken Parmesan Soup offers a cozy, flavorful twist on the classic Italian dish. Made with tender shredded chicken breasts, crushed tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and melted plant-based cheese, this creamy soup is enhanced with aromatic herbs and natural seasonings. Perfect for a comforting meal any day, it fills your kitchen with inviting aromas and delivers a warm, satisfying taste in every spoonful.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes (natural)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup plant-based cheese (plant-based), shredded
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1/4 cup grape juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in crushed tomatoes (natural) and chicken broth. Stir in grape juice to balance the savory tomato flavor with subtle sweetness. Let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Incorporate Chicken and Seasonings: Stir in shredded chicken breasts, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), Italian seasoning (natural), and salt to taste. Mix well to infuse the soup with classic Chicken Parmesan flavors.
- Thicken with Natural Gelling Agent: Sprinkle the natural gelling agent slowly while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. This will thicken the broth to a creamy consistency that coats every spoonful.
- Melt in Plant-Based Cheese (plant-based): Add shredded plant-based cheese (plant-based) to the pot and stir until fully melted and incorporated, creating a luxurious creaminess throughout the soup.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Remove the pot from heat and stir in fresh chopped basil. This adds bright herbal notes that elevate the final flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded chicken for better flavor absorption and tender texture.
- Simmer the soup gently to allow flavors to develop fully.
- Stir continuously when adding the natural gelling agent to avoid lumps.
- Add plant-based cheese near the end to keep it smooth and melty.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and herbs to suit your taste.
- Fresh basil enhances the aroma and flavor; do not skip it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan Soup, creamy soup, plant-based cheese, gluten free soup, comfort food, Italian soup
