Description
Sicilian Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This hearty dish features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and al dente ditalini pasta simmered in a flavorful broth. Easy to prepare with common pantry staples, this soup delivers rich flavors from fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs. Each bowl is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrition, making it a wholesome choice for a cozy meal. Whether enjoyed as a standalone dish or paired with crusty bread, Sicilian Chicken Soup is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in-skin-on chicken thighs (2 pounds)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 celery ribs, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can no-salt diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock (or water)
- 1/2 cup dry ditalini pasta
- Fresh parsley and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, combine chicken thighs, onions, celery, carrots, bell pepper, potatoes, garlic, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and salt.
- Add chicken stock and water; season with black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer partially covered for about 30 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken; add ditalini pasta to the pot and cook for an additional 13–15 minutes until tender.
- Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the pot; discard the skin and bones.
- Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg