Chicken Parmesan Soup Bowl (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Soup Base

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 800 grams crushed tomatoes
05 - 700 millilitres chicken broth
06 - 470 millilitres pasta sauce

→ Proteins & Pasta

07 - 400 grams cooked chicken, shredded
08 - 180 grams penne pasta

→ Cheese & Seasonings

09 - 120 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
10 - 60 grams parmesan cheese, grated
11 - 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
12 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Pour in pasta sauce, crushed tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
03 - Add penne pasta and shredded cooked chicken to the pot. Stir well and cook according to pasta package instructions until just al dente.
04 - Add Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in mozzarella and parmesan cheese until melted and the soup is creamy and well combined.
06 - Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - For best results, use rotisserie chicken for added flavor and ease of preparation.
02 - To keep pasta from becoming soggy, cook it separately when preparing soup in advance.
03 - Stirring in a splash of heavy cream creates a creamier, richer texture.
04 - Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley for enhanced freshness and color.