Delicious Chicken Rotini Soup Recipe

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Delicious Chicken Rotini Soup Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 20, 2023

This homemade chicken rotini soup is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for chilly days. Made with tender chicken, rotini pasta, and a flavorful broth, this soup will warm you up from the inside out. It's easy to make and packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups rotini pasta
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Return the chicken to the pot and add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. While the soup is simmering, cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  5. After 20 minutes, remove the bay leaf from the soup. Add the cooked rotini pasta and let it simmer for 5 more minutes.
  6. Serve the chicken rotini soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
  7. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Rotini is a type of pasta that is spiral-shaped, resembling a corkscrew.
  • Chicken soup has long been believed to have healing properties and is often referred to as 'Jewish penicillin'.
  • Adding vegetables to the soup not only adds flavor but also boosts its nutritional value.
  • This recipe can easily be customized by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.