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Quick White Lasagna Soup Recipe

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Quick White Lasagna Soup is a comforting and creamy one-pot soup that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, and spinach in a flavorful Italian-seasoned broth. Thickened with a half-and-half and cornstarch liaison, this soup is topped with creamy ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, delivering the essence of white lasagna in a warm, hearty bowl perfect for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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For the Soup Base:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (Kerrygold recommended)
  • 1 onion, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp chili flakes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (Swanson recommended)
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 cups pasta (campanelle or fusilli recommended)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

For the Thickener:

  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch, whisked with half-and-half until smooth

For the Garnishes:

  • Ricotta cheese, for dolloping
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk Galbani preferred), for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Dice the onion into 1/2-inch pieces, mince the garlic cloves, chop the sun-dried tomatoes into 1/4-inch pieces, and cut the chicken breast into 1-inch chunks. Set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until foaming. Add the diced onion and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent to build the soup’s flavor base.
  3. Bloom Spices: Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili flakes to the onions. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant, releasing the spices’ essential oils to deepen flavor layers.
  4. Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in chicken broth, then add chicken chunks and sun-dried tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring food safety.
  5. Cook Pasta: While chicken simmers, boil pasta separately in salted water according to package directions. Campanelle or fusilli are preferred for holding the creamy sauce well.
  6. Prepare Thickener (Liaison): In a small bowl, whisk half-and-half with cornstarch until smooth, free of lumps. This mixture will thicken the soup gently.
  7. Thicken Soup: Remove cooked chicken with a slotted spoon and set aside. Pour the liaison into the simmering broth, stirring constantly. Cook 1-2 minutes until the soup thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  8. Shred Chicken and Combine: Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot. Drain cooked pasta, then add it to the soup along with fresh spinach and nutritional yeast. Stir gently 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts and everything is heated through.
  9. Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish each serving with a dollop of ricotta cheese in the center, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella. The warm soup softens the cheeses into a creamy finish.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and adjust seasoning at the end.
  • Campanelle or fusilli pasta shapes work best as they hold the sauce well without becoming mushy.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
  • The half-and-half and cornstarch mixture thickens the soup without making it gummy—whisk thoroughly to avoid lumps.
  • Adding nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavor and nutrition boost without overpowering the dish.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently to preserve creaminess.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit chicken.

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