Parmesan Italian Chicken Ditalini Soup
Indulge in a warm and creamy bowl of Parmesan Italian Ditalini Soup, perfect for cozy nights or busy weeknights. This hearty soup features ditalini pasta, savory chicken sausage, and a rich broth infused with aromatic herbs, making it a family favorite that’s both comforting and satisfying. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Plus, it’s customizable—add extra veggies or swap the protein to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed fresh or saved for leftovers, this soup will surely warm your heart and fill your belly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 quarts chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Dried basil and oregano to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken sausage and cook until browned. Remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in drained tomatoes, chicken stock, basil, oregano, and return the sausage to the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente (8–10 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg