Chicken Tomato Soup Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Soup
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Cuisine
North American
Chicken Tomato Soup Recipe
Description
The Chicken Tomato Soup Recipe starts with sautéing minced onion and garlic with tomato paste to build a rich flavor base. Chicken broth and fire-roasted tomatoes contribute a smoky brightness, while cream cheese lends smoothness and body when whisked into the soup. Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper deepen the complexity. Cooked chicken pieces and drained white beans add heartiness and texture to the creamy soup.
Whisking the soup until creamy ensures the cheese fully melts and blends for a silky consistency. The fresh lemon basil ricotta topping, made by mixing ricotta cheese with minced basil, lemon zest and juice, and garlic, provides a refreshing and slightly tangy complement. Optional toppings like Parmesan, chili flakes, basil, and additional olive oil add layers of flavor and texture.
Serve this tomato-based chicken soup as a filling lunch or dinner, especially when you want a creamy but bright meal. The lemon basil ricotta adds a unique herbaceous note, refreshing the palate and contrasting with the creamy broth.
Notes advise using fire-roasted tomatoes for depth but allow substitutions with regular diced tomatoes. Salt and pepper levels can be adjusted depending on the broth used and personal taste. Rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken is recommended for ease, and homemade or quality store-bought chicken broth will improve flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely minced
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 ounce fire-roasted tomatoes see notes, canned
- 4 ounces cream cheese cut into small cubes - see notes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt see notes
- ½ teaspoon black pepper see notes
- 2 cups chicken see notes, cooked
- 1 White beans drained and rinsed, canned
- basil optional toppings
- Parmesan Cheese
- chili flakes
- olive oil
Lemon Basil Ricotta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup basil minced
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 1 small garlic minced, clove
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until it's translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and tomato paste and saute for another 2 minutes, until the tomato paste begins to darken and smell sweet.
- Add the chicken broth, tomatoes, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer while you make the ricotta.
- In a medium-sized bowl, add the ricotta, basil, lemon zest and juice, and garlic. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Whisk the soup until all the cream cheese has melted and it is creamy - this can take a few minutes. Add the cooked chicken and white beans and let them warm through. Serve the soup topped with the ricotta and any or all of the optional toppings.
Notes
- Fire-roasted tomatoes add a distinct smoky flavor; substitute regular diced tomatoes if unavailable.
- Adjust salt and pepper gradually to match the saltiness of your chicken broth and personal preference.
- Using rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken speeds up preparation; raw diced chicken can be added with broth if preferred.
- Homemade chicken broth imparts the best flavor, but good quality store-bought broth is acceptable.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 bowl | |
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1435mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 775IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 233mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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