Description
Chicken Stars Soup is a comforting and flavorful homemade soup featuring tender shredded chicken, star-shaped pasta, and fresh vegetables simmered in a savory chicken broth with herbs and a hint of lemon.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 1/2 cups star-shaped pasta
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking for 5 to 6 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant to enhance the flavor base of the soup.
- Add Broth and Bring to Boil: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil, preparing the soup for simmering and cooking the pasta.
- Add Chicken, Pasta, and Seasonings: Add shredded chicken, star-shaped pasta, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper into the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the pasta becomes tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Finish with Lemon and Season: Stir in fresh lemon juice for brightness and adjust seasoning to taste as needed to perfect the soup’s flavor.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley to add freshness and a pleasing visual touch.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy option.
- Add spinach or peas for extra vegetables and nutrition.
- The pasta will continue to absorb broth as it sits; add extra broth when reheating leftovers to maintain consistency.
