Description
This comforting Italian-American fusion dish brings the beloved flavors of chicken parmesan into a warm, spoonable soup. By combining high-quality marinara with a creamy chicken broth base, this meal offers a rich and hearty experience. Featuring tender sautéed chicken, melted mozzarella, and a crunchy toasted panko topping, it is the perfect weeknight upgrade for those seeking a restaurant-quality meal in a single pot. It is satisfying, aromatic, and free from any restricted ingredients.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, cubed
2 cups high-quality marinara sauce
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, toasted
1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Sauté the diced onion and garlic in a large pot with olive oil until translucent and fragrant.
Add the marinara sauce and chicken broth to the pot and whisk until well combined.
Simmer the mixture over medium heat for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
While the base simmers, sear the seasoned chicken cubes in a separate skillet until fully cooked through.
Drain any excess oil from the chicken skillet.
Stir the heavy cream into the soup base until the color turns a light orange.
Add the cooked chicken to the soup pot and stir gently to combine.
Ladle the soup into bowls.
Top each serving generously with toasted panko breadcrumbs, shredded mozzarella, and fresh basil.
Notes
To toast panko breadcrumbs, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
For a lighter version, half-and-half can be substituted for the heavy cream.
Ensure the chicken is added just before serving to maintain the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Trending
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
