Description
Italian Wedding Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs, fresh greens, and tiny pasta in a savory broth. This comforting recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, delivering rich flavors in every spoonful. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, it’s an ideal meal that satisfies both the stomach and the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, mix ground chicken (or beef), breadcrumbs, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Shape into small meatballs.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for one minute before adding chicken broth.
- Cook the Meatballs: Drop meatballs into simmering broth and cook for about 10 minutes until they float to the top.
- Add Greens and Seasoning: Stir in spinach or kale along with oregano and thyme. Simmer for another five minutes until greens are wilted.
- Finish with Parmesan: Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg