Smooth Tomato Basil Soup with Chicken
A delicious blend of flavors offering a wholesome meal option that's quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Diced tomatoes Fresh or canned; if using canned, choose no-added-sugar varieties.
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1 cup Chicken broth Homemade or store-bought.
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream Can substitute with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped Substitute with 1 tablespoon dried basil if fresh is unavailable.
- 1 Onion, chopped Yellow or sweet onion works best.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust based on personal preference.
- Salt and pepper Enhances overall flavor.
- Olive oil Use for sautéing, can be replaced with butter.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
Cooking
- Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes to develop flavors.
- Stir in the shredded chicken.
- Stir in heavy cream and chopped basil until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients when possible. Fresh basil adds a distinctive flavor, and using homemade chicken broth yields a richer taste. Feel free to customize the flavors according to your preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g