Mama Leone'S Chicken Soup Recipe

Name: Mama Leone'S Chicken Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus; extra kosher salt, for chicken breasts (divided); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus; extra black pepper, for chicken breasts (divided); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 4 teaspoons butter; 1 medium onion, diced; 3 stalks celery, diced; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (substitue GF, if needed); 8 cups fat-free chicken broth; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk; 2 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach

Servings: persons

1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus
extra kosher salt, for chicken breasts (divided)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus
extra black pepper, for chicken breasts (divided)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 teaspoons butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (substitue GF, if needed)
8 cups fat-free chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper to taste and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
2
When cool enough to handle, dice the meat and set aside until needed.
3
While the chicken breasts are baking, heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the butter and melt. Saute the onions and celery until the onions are translucent, about 6 to 7 minutes.
4
Add the garlic, tarragon, oregano, paprika and remaining 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring, for 3 or 4 minutes.
5
Add the flour and stir until well-combined. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6
Add the tomatoes and cream. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
7
Add the reserved chicken breast and simmer 10 minutes more. Just before serving, stir in the spinach.

1107

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

172

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus, extra kosher salt, for chicken breasts (divided), 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus, and more.

Yes, Mama Leone'S Chicken Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mama Leone'S Chicken Soup

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