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Italian Penicillin Soup: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 medium carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 zucchini, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
– 1 cup uncooked pasta (e.g., ditalini or small shells)
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)


Instructions

Creating the amazing Italian Penicillin Soup is a straightforward process when you follow these simple steps:

1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot, sautéing until fragrant, around 2 minutes.

3. Add Carrots and Celery: Toss in the carrots and celery. Sauté for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

4. Incorporate Zucchini and Bell Pepper: Add the diced zucchini and bell pepper, continuing to sauté for an additional 3 minutes.

5. Cook Chicken: Stir in the cubed chicken breast, cooking until it’s no longer pink, about 5 minutes.

6. Pour in Broth: Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

7. Add Pasta: Once boiling, stir in the pasta and season with basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.

8. Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.

9. Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

10. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

These concise steps make it easy to prepare an incredible pot of Italian Penicillin Soup without any hassle, ensuring even novice cooks achieve delicious results.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 8g
  • Protein: 28g