Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup: A Cozy Recipe with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a warm and savory bowl of Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup, enriched with turkey bacon for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned.
- Add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Return the crumbled bacon to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Use fresh herbs for an aromatic boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg