Description
This Creamy White Chicken Lasagna Soup takes the classic flavors of white chicken lasagna and transforms them into a rich, comforting soup. Featuring a creamy, cheesy broth, tender shredded chicken, and perfectly cooked lasagna noodles, this dish is a cozy meal perfect for chilly nights. Easy to make and packed with flavor, it’s a great way to enjoy lasagna without the extra steps of layering and baking.
Ingredients
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Protein & Broth:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 6 cups chicken broth
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Aromatics & Seasonings:
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1 onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp salt (or to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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Pasta & Dairy:
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8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
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1 cup heavy cream
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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Optional Add-ins:
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1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
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¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
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Instructions
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Cook the Chicken: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Simmer the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Place the chicken in the pot, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
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Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
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Cook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles to the soup and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes.
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Make It Creamy: Lower the heat and stir in cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Stir until smooth and creamy.
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Optional Add-ins: Stir in fresh spinach and let it wilt for extra nutrition and color.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve hot with crusty bread or garlic toast.
Notes
Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta or replace with cauliflower.
Vegetarian Option: Substitute chicken with mushrooms and use vegetable broth.
Extra Cheesy: Increase mozzarella or mix in an Italian cheese blend.
Slow Cooker Method: Cook all ingredients (except noodles and dairy) on low for 6 hours, then add noodles and cheese in the last 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Creamy White Chicken Lasagna Soup One-Pot Lasagna Soup Easy Chicken Lasagna Soup Creamy Chicken Pasta Soup Comfort Food Soup Recipe