Name: Creamy Chicken Kale Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; 2 cups finely diced yellow onion (1 large onion); 2 cups finely diced carrots (5 carrots); 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 tablespoons flour; 8 cups chicken broth; 2 cups medium pasta shells; 1-1/2 cups heavy cream; 2-1/2 cups finely chopped kale (packed); 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (sandy texture); 2 cups cooked shredded chicken; Hearty buttered bread (optional, for serving); Red pepper flakes (optional, for serving)

Description

A delicious creamy soup packed with chicken, kale, and vegetables.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 cups finely diced yellow onion (1 large onion)
2 cups finely diced carrots (5 carrots)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
8 cups chicken broth
2 cups medium pasta shells
1–1/2 cups heavy cream
2–1/2 cups finely chopped kale (packed)
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (sandy texture)
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Hearty buttered bread (optional, for serving)
Red pepper flakes (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add onion, carrots, garlic, salt (1/2 tsp), and pepper (1/2 tsp). Sauté for 7–9 minutes, until tender.
Sprinkle flour on top and cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly.
Slowly whisk in 1 cup of broth to form a slurry. Gradually add the rest of the broth, whisking and scraping the bottom of the pot.
Bring to a boil, then add pasta. Cook according to package directions, minus 1 minute. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream, kale, and sun-dried tomatoes. Gradually add Parmesan (a few tablespoons at a time) and stir until melted.
Add chicken and stir well. Season with additional salt to taste. For a thinner soup, add more broth.
Ladle into bowls and serve hot with hearty buttered bread. Top with red pepper flakes for a little heat, if desired.

Notes

Note 1: Use medium pasta shells for better texture.
Note 2: Use grated Parmesan cheese with a sandy texture for the best flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 90mg