Chicken Parmesan Soup
This chicken Parmesan soup combines the rich flavors of a traditional chicken Parm—juicy seasoned chicken, tangy marinara sauce and savory Parmesan cheese—with the warmth and comfort of a soup. It’s a perfect dish for those chilly days when you crave something familiar with a fun, innovative twist! We love the punchy burst of flavor that Parmesan crisps offer as a garnish, but feel free to add freshly grated Parmesan in their place.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons italian seasoning, divided
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 6 cups unsalted chicken broth
- 1 (28-ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
- 8 ounces whole-wheat penne (about 2 cups)
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 (5-ounce) package baby spinach (about 5 packed cups)
- ⅓ cup packed chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
- ¾ cup parmesan crisps, lightly crushed (about 1¼ ounces)