Description
Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup blends classic Italian comfort with modern soup innovation. Layers of rich cheese, tender pasta, and savory herbs create a hearty meal you’ll want to savor in one comforting bowl.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
Pasta and Dairy:
- 6 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Warm olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat, sautéing onions and garlic until they release their aromatic essence.
- Flood the pot with chicken broth, bringing it to a rolling boil, then introduce broken lasagna noodles and cook until they reach perfect tenderness.
- Lower the temperature and incorporate heavy cream, milk, and a blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, whisking continuously until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform sauce.
- Fold in pre-cooked chicken, infusing the soup with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Allow the flavors to meld by simmering for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the pot off the heat, delicately garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve the soup piping hot, inviting diners to savor its creamy, comforting embrace.
Notes
- Swap lasagna noodles with gluten-free alternatives for celiac or gluten-sensitive diners, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting soup.
- Break noodles into smaller pieces before cooking to create more manageable bites and enhance the soup’s rustic texture.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes – start with a pinch and gradually increase for personalized heat intensity.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving hack that adds extra flavor and reduces preparation complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1400 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg