Chicken and pastina for the soul! Made with savory chicken and pasta, this Italian-inspired soup is so hearty and satisfying. And since it’s made with simple pantry ingredients like Progresso™ Classic Chicken Broth and Muir Glen™ Organic Crushed Tomatoes with Basil, along with common veggies like carrots and celery, it’s easy to throw together whenever the craving strikes.
Pastina—Italian for “tiny dough”—refers to the acini de pepe pasta used in this recipe. These small, round noodles are named for their tiny, peppercorn-like shape and are a terrific way to add substance and texture to broth-based soups.
Like many soups, our best recipe for Chicken and Pastina Soup starts with a simple mirepoix—which sounds fancy, but is actually just an aromatic flavor base made by lightly sautéing a mixture of chopped carrots, celery and onions. Rich broth, herby diced tomatoes and earthy spinach build the soup out and add dimension. Top with a crack of pepper and a sprinkle of nutty Parmesan cheese to serve.
Keep this recipe on hand for times when your loved ones need a little extra dose of comfort. Chicken and Pastina Soup is like a warm hug in a bowl.
With its hearty chicken and vegetables, this recipe for Chicken and Pastina Soup is an excellent candidate for weekday meal prep. If you do, cook the pasta separately and then add it to the bowl as you heat and eat the soup. Otherwise, the noodles will soak up all that tasty broth!
Prepped Chicken and Pastina Soup will keep in the refrigerator for up to three days.
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 9% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 950mg | 40% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 9% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 2g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 3g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 28g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 45% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 50% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 25% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 50% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
