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Creamy Chicken Meatball Soup with Spinach


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting and creamy chicken meatball soup packed with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups noodles (of choice)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato sauce (preserved in oil)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (whole tomato, or half)
  • 1 lb chicken meatballs (pre-cooked)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the base – Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
  2. Build the flavor – Stir in the sun-dried tomato sauce, whole sun-dried tomatoes, thyme, salt and pepper. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.
  3. Add broth and meatballs – Pour in the chicken broth and add the cooked chicken meatballs. Bring everything to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook the noodles – Add the noodles directly to the pot and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.
  5. Make it creamy – Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Finish with greens – Add the spinach and let it wilt into the soup, about 1–2 minutes.
  7. Season & serve – Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve hot with extra parmesan on top.

Notes

  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to use any type of noodles you like.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken meatballs with plant-based alternatives.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg