Description
Creamy White Chicken Lasagna Soup is a comforting and cheesy soup that combines tender chicken, broken lasagna noodles, and a rich blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in a creamy broth with fresh spinach. Perfect for a hearty meal, this stovetop soup brings all the flavors of lasagna in an easy-to-make soup form.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cubed
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Liquids
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Other Ingredients
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Cook the chicken: Add cubed chicken to the pot along with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook the chicken until lightly browned and fully cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Add liquids and bring to boil: Pour in chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Cook noodles: Add broken lasagna noodles to the pot. Cook uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles are tender.
- Add cheeses: Stir in shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses until they melt into the soup, creating a creamy texture.
- Wilt spinach: Add roughly chopped fresh spinach and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the spinach wilts and incorporates into the soup.
- Optional thickening: If you prefer a thicker soup, stir in the cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water) and simmer for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the soup thickens.
- Season and serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese and crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor and ease, use rotisserie chicken and add it after noodles are cooked.
- Incorporate mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra richness and depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
