Pioneer Woman Italian Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Italian Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe is a hearty and easy recipe, which is made with chicken breast and penne pasta. It’s the perfect 30-minute meal, ready in about 35 minutes.

Pioneer Woman Italian Chicken Noodle Soup Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 3 celery ribs, sliced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 dried bay leaf
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 (15 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size chunks
• 8 oz. penne pasta (half a 1 pound box)
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
• Optional: grated parmesan cheese for topping

How To Make Pioneer Woman Italian Chicken Noodle Soup

1. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the celery, carrots, and onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
2. Bloom the Aromatics: Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, pepper, and the bay leaf to the pot. Cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic and seasonings are fragrant.
3. Simmer the Soup: Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil. Add the raw chicken chunks and the uncooked pasta.
4. Cook Pasta and Chicken: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and the chicken is cooked through.
5. Wilt the Spinach and Rest: Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and let them simmer for 2 minutes until wilted. Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove the bay leaf.
6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Recipe Tips

• What makes this soup “Italian”? The flavor profile comes from the combination of Italian seasoning, a rich tomato base, fresh spinach, and a finishing touch of Parmesan cheese, distinguishing it from a traditional American-style chicken noodle soup.
• Can I use a different pasta? Absolutely. If you don’t have penne, other short pasta shapes like rotini, ditalini, or small shells would work perfectly.
• How to make this ahead of time? For the best results, prepare the soup completely but cook the pasta separately. Store the soup and pasta in different containers. When you’re ready to serve, reheat the soup and add the cooked pasta at the end to prevent it from getting mushy.
• Can I use leftover chicken? Yes, a rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut! Stir in about 3-4 cups of shredded, cooked chicken at the end with the spinach, and just heat it through.

What To Serve With Italian Chicken Noodle Soup

This hearty soup is a meal in itself, but it’s even better with:

• Crusty garlic bread for dipping
• A simple Caesar salad
• Warm breadsticks

How To Store Italian Chicken Noodle Soup

• Refrigerate: Let the soup cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Note that the pasta will continue to absorb liquid and soften over time.
• Freeze: This soup freezes well, but it’s best to do so without the pasta. Let the soup base cool completely and freeze it for up to 3 months. When reheating, bring it to a simmer and cook fresh pasta directly in the soup.

Pioneer Woman Italian Chicken Noodle Soup Nutrition Facts

• Serving: 1/6th of the recipe
• Calories: 326kcal
• Carbohydrates: 44g
• Protein: 24g
• Fat: 5g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Chicken Stir Fry Recipe