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Quick White Lasagna Soup Recipe

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This Quick White Lasagna Soup brings all the comforting flavors of classic white lasagna into a warm, hearty soup. Featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy broth thickened with a half-and-half and cornstarch liaison, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. Served with a generous topping of ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, it offers a comforting, cheesy finish in every bowl.

Ingredients

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For the Soup Base:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (Kerrygold preferred)
  • 1 onion, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp chili flakes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (Swanson recommended)
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 cups pasta (campanelle or fusilli recommended)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

For the Thickener:

  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch, whisked with liquid until smooth

For the Garnishes:

  • Ricotta cheese (for creamy texture)
  • Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Mozzarella cheese (Galbani whole milk mozzarella preferred), shredded

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mise en Place and Start the Aromatics: Dice the onion into 1/2-inch pieces, mince the garlic cloves, and chop the sun-dried tomatoes into 1/4-inch pieces. Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch chunks and set aside. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until it foams, then add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent. This step builds the foundational flavors for the soup.
  2. Build the Flavor Base with Aromatics and Spices: Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili flakes to the softened onions. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant to bloom the spices and release their essential oils, deepening the soup’s flavor.
  3. Simmer the Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken chunks and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Meanwhile, cook the pasta separately in boiling salted water according to package instructions; campanelle or fusilli pasta work best for holding the creamy sauce.
  4. Remove Chicken and Create the Cream Liaison: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it with a slotted spoon and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the half-and-half and cornstarch until smooth with no lumps. Pour this liaison into the simmering broth while stirring constantly, then cook for 1-2 minutes until the soup thickens slightly to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Combine All Components and Finish with Greens: Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the soup along with the fresh spinach and nutritional yeast. Stir gently for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  6. Serve with Cheese Blend: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of ricotta cheese placed in the center, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella around it. The warm soup will melt the cheeses into a creamy, luxurious finish.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels in the soup.
  • Campanelle or fusilli pasta are preferred as they hold the creamy broth well.
  • When cooking the pasta, do not overcook; al dente texture complements the soup best.
  • The half-and-half and cornstarch liaison thickens without making the soup gummy—whisk well to avoid lumps.
  • For spicier soup, increase chili flakes to taste, or omit for milder flavor.
  • Leftover soup can be refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

Keywords: white lasagna soup, creamy chicken soup, Italian soup, quick soup recipe, comfort food soup

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