Copycat Carrabba’s Spicy Chicken Soup
Welcome to the comforting world of homemade soup! This Copycat Carrabba’s Spicy Chicken Soup is a delightful twist on a classic dish, bringing the bold flavors of Italian-American cuisine right to your kitchen. With its hearty ingredients and just the right amount of spice, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy meal any day of the week. Enjoy it with crusty bread or as a standalone dish that warms you from the inside out!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ celery ribs, diced
- 1 carrot, peeled and diced
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 1 small russet potato, peeled and diced
- ½ red pepper, diced
- 1 (14 oz) can of tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups shredded chicken (preferably rotisserie)
- 5 cups water
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked ditali pasta (or gluten-free pasta)
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by dicing them into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté onions until translucent. Add celery, carrot, potato, and red pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices (parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes) until fragrant.
- Pour in water and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken and cooked pasta; simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg