Pesto Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Name: Pesto Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove; 1/2 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese; 4 cups fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes; 8 cups chicken stock; 1/2 pound pasta spirals

Servings: persons

1 garlic clove
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
4 cups fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
8 cups chicken stock
1/2 pound pasta spirals

1
In a food processor with the motor running, drop the garlic into the food tube and finely chop.
2
Add the pint nuts, cheese, 4 cups basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, then pulse to finely chop.
3
With the motor running, pour the oil into the pest until combined.
4
Reserve the pesto.
5
In a large heavy pot, add the chicken and stock and bring to a simmer.
6
Simmer the stock until the chicken is cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
7
Remove the chicken and let cool to warm.
8
Bring the stock to a boil and stir the noodles.
9
Cook until al dente.
10
Shred the chicken and return it to the soup.
11
Remove the soup from the heat and whisk in the reserved pesto.
12
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste and serve topped with additional basil leaves.

1899

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

244

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 garlic clove, 1/2 cup pine nuts, 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese, 4 cups fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish, and more.

Yes, Pesto Chicken Noodle Soup falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Pesto Chicken Noodle Soup

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