Description
A comforting and nourishing chicken meatball soup recipe that’s simple to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners. Packed with flavor and easily customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
- Optional: Fresh spinach or kale
- Optional: Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the meatballs: In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, panko, parsley, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix gently.
- 2. Form the meatballs: Roll mixture into about 1-inch meatballs (20-24 total).
- 3. Brown the meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs in batches on all sides (5-7 mins). Remove and set aside.
- 4. Sauté vegetables: Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened (5-7 mins).
- 5. Add broth and seasoning: Pour in chicken broth, add Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
- 6. Cook meatballs and pasta: Return browned meatballs to the pot. Add pasta if using. Cook until meatballs are cooked through and pasta is al dente (about 8-10 mins).
- 7. Add greens (optional): Stir in spinach or kale during the last 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- 8. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. This soup also freezes well for up to 2-3 months. Add pasta and greens during reheating for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350-450 (depending on additions)
- Sugar: Approximately 5-8g
- Sodium: Approximately 600-900mg (depending on broth)
- Fat: Approximately 15-20g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 20-30g (depending on pasta)
- Fiber: Approximately 3-5g
- Protein: Approximately 25-30g