This chicken parmesan soup has all the flavors you love in the classic Italian dish, transformed into a cozy, comforting soup. Made in one large pot, it's perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family.
This chicken parmesan soup is everything you love about chicken parmesan - savory tomato sauce, melty mozzarella cheese, and plenty of parmesan - turned into a warm, spoonable meal. Ground chicken is cooked until golden brown, then simmered with marinara, tomato paste, and chicken broth for a rich, comforting soup that comes together in one large pot. Finished with heavy cream, fresh basil, and chopped parsley, it's cozy, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with a simple green salad and extra cheese for the ultimate comfort-food dinner.
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Why You'll Love this Chicken Parmesan Soup
- All the comfort of chicken parmesan, in soup form.ย This comforting soup has the same savory, cheesy flavors as the classic dish, but in an easy, spoonable format. Amazing if you've been loving the lasagna soup trend!
- Perfect for busy weeknights.ย Made in one large dutch oven with simple ingredients and minimal prep, it's a great option when you want something cozy without a long cooking time.
- Family-friendly and filling.ย With ground chicken, pasta, and plenty of cheese, this soup is satisfying enough to serve the whole family.
- Even better the next day.ย The flavors deepen overnight, making leftovers just as delicious - if not better - than the first bowl. Just make sure to cook the pasta separately if you'll be having this soup as a leftover.
Key Ingredients
This chicken parmesan soup uses simple pantry staples and fresh herbs to create a rich, cozy meal with classic Italian flavor.
- Butter and olive oilย - Used together for sautรฉing the onion and garlic over medium heat for maximum flavor.
- Onion & garlicย - Create a flavorful base that anchors the soup.
- Ground chickenย - Cooks quickly and becomes golden brown, making it perfect for a lighter take on chicken parmesan. Seasoned to perfection with some dried spices and it ends up with so much flavor!
- Tomato pasteย - Cooked down briefly to deepen the tomato flavor before adding the broth.
- Marinara sauceย - Forms the backbone of this comforting soup and keeps the recipe weeknight-friendly. My favorite jarred sauce is Mezzetta, but you can use whichever you prefer!
- Chicken broth or chicken stockย - Adds richness and body to the soup; unsalted broth lets you control the salt amount. You can also use homemade if you like!
- Pastaย - Penne works well, but ditalini pasta is a great option for a more classic soup texture.
- Heavy creamย - Stirred in at the end to give the soup a rich, velvety finish.
- Fresh basil & parsleyย - Add brightness and freshness to balance the rich tomato base.
- Mozzarella cheese & parmesan cheeseย - Melted into the soup and sprinkled on top for classic chicken parmesan flavor and cheesiness.
- Panko breadcrumbsย - Sprinkled on top to add the breadcrumb vibe that regular traditional chicken parmesan has!
See recipe card below for quantities.
Step by Step Instructions
Is there anything better than a meal made in one pot? I think not!
Step 1: Cook the onion and garlic.ย In a very large dutch oven or saucepan heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sautรฉ until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and sautรฉ until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
Step 2: Cook and season the ground chicken. Add in ground chicken and stir, breaking apart, until fully browned. Stir in salt, pepper, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic powder, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Add the tomato paste. Move the ingredients aside to create an opening to add the tomato paste in the center of the pan, cooking it down for 3-4 minutes, then stirring to incorporate.
Step 4: Add the marinara and broth. Add in the marinara sauce and chicken broth, then bring to a gentle boil.
Step 5: Add the pasta. Add the pasta (SEE NOTE), and cook for the number of minutes on the package, stirring often. If it starts to get too thick before the pasta is done, add ยฝ cup water, and if needed another ยฝ cup water.
Step 6: Stir in remaining ingredients. Shut off heat and stir in heavy cream, parsley, basil, mozzarella, and parmesan until the cheese is melted.
Step 7: Garnish and serve.ย Serve with additional shredded mozzarella, basil, panko breadcrumbs, and flaky salt.
Pro Tip!
If you prefer a more brothy soup you can add more chicken broth as needed or a splash of water.
Tips for the Best Chicken Parm Soup
- Cook the tomato paste fully.ย Letting it cook for a few minutes before adding liquid creates a deeper, more savory flavor.
- Watch the pasta closely.ย Cook until just al dente so it doesn't become mushy.
- Save the cheese for last.ย Stir in mozzarella and parmesan off the heat so they melt smoothly without becoming stringy.
FAQs
Yes! The flavors develop even more by the next day. For best texture, cook the pasta separately and add it when reheating.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Absolutely - ditalini pasta or other small shapes work well and are great for soup.
This soup pairs perfectly with a simple green salad or crusty bread for dipping.
Storing and Reheating
Store chicken parmesan soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove over medium heat, adding a splash of chicken broth if the soup has thickened.
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๐ Recipe
Chicken Parmesan Soup (Easy One-Pot Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ยฝ medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ยพ teaspoon kosher salt
- ยพ teaspoon black pepper
- ยฝ teaspoon oregano dried
- ยฝ teaspoon basil dried
- ยฝ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ยฝ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce
- 1 32-ounce box chicken broth unsalted
- 8-10 ounces penne pasta (see note)
- ยฝ-1 cup water as needed
- ยฝ cup heavy cream (or light cream)
- ยผ cup parsley chopped
- ยผ cup basil ribboned, plus additional for topping
- ยพ cup mozzarella shredded, plus additional for topping, see note
- ยผ cup parmesan shredded
- panko breadcrumbs for topping, optional
- flaky salt for topping, optional
Instructions
- In a very large dutch oven or saucepan heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sautรฉ until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and sautรฉ until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ยฝ medium onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Add in ground chicken and stir, breaking apart, until fully browned. Stir in salt, pepper, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic powder, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.1 pound ground chicken, ยพ teaspoon kosher salt, ยพ teaspoon black pepper, ยฝ teaspoon oregano, ยฝ teaspoon basil, ยฝ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, ยฝ teaspoon garlic powder
- Move the ingredients aside to create an opening to add the tomato paste in the center of the pan, cooking it down for 3-4 minutes, then stirring to incorporate.2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Add in the marinara sauce and chicken broth, then bring to a gentle boil.1 24-ounce jar marinara sauce, 1 32-ounce box chicken broth
- Add the pasta (SEE NOTE), and cook for the number of minutes on the package, stirring often. If it starts to get too thick before the pasta is done, add ยฝ cup water, and if needed another ยฝ cup water.8-10 ounces penne pasta, ยฝ-1 cup water
- Shut off heat and stir in heavy cream, parsley, basil, mozzarella, and parmesan until the cheese is melted.ยฝ cup heavy cream, ยผ cup parsley, ยผ cup basil, ยผ cup parmesan, ยพ cup mozzarella
- Serve with additional shredded mozzarella, basil, panko breadcrumbs, and flaky salt.panko breadcrumbs, flaky salt
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