Chicken Parmesan Soup

By srumbel

A fast and filling dish that comes together in a matter of minutes!
from sixsistersstuff.com

Ingredients

• 1 lb. frozen chicken tenders
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 8 oz penne pasta, uncooked
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan
• 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• salt and pepper to taste
• fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Details

Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook chicken tenders according to directions on package, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until tender (about 6 minutes). Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Stir in tomato paste and crushed red pepper flakes.
Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 5-6 minutes.
Add pasta and cook 6-8 minutes more, or until pasta is al dente.
Right before serving, mix in cooked chicken, Parmesan and mozzarella until just melted and season generously with salt and pepper.
Ladle into bowls and top with parsley.

Serves: 4