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DEL.ICIO.USHearty Chicken-Broccoli-Almond Soup
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Judy Faro of Dallas sent in this updated chicken noodle soup. She writes: "This is an adaptation of a dish I had at a little Italian bistro. Not being very hungry at the time, I thought it was a light and tasty dish to try. Served with garlic bread, this dish turns into a handsome and quick meal, perfect for a chilly evening, along with a glass of crisp white wine."
-- Jeanne Besser
Hands on time: Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 4
Ingredients:
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1/4 pound fusilli (spiral-shaped) pasta
1 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
2 (14-ounce) cans seasoned chicken broth with roasted garlic
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions:
Prepare pasta according to package directions until just done (still slightly firm). Add broccoli during last minute of cooking. Drain well.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan or stockpot, bring broth to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and add chicken. Simmer until the chicken is cooked through. Add pasta and broccoli to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Transfer soup to individual bowls and garnish with almonds.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan or stockpot, bring broth to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and add chicken. Simmer until the chicken is cooked through. Add pasta and broccoli to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Transfer soup to individual bowls and garnish with almonds.
Notes:
Faro suggests, "To kick it up a bit, add artichoke quarters with a squeeze of lemon, and grated Asiago cheese to top it off. Better yet, bake Parmesan cheese in little circles until crisp, and serve as 'crackers' with the soup."
If the soup is too thick, add chicken broth, either flavored or plain, to achieve the desired consistency.
If the soup is too thick, add chicken broth, either flavored or plain, to achieve the desired consistency.
Nutrition:
Per serving: 320 calories (percent of calories from fat, 22), 36 grams protein, 25 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, 8 grams fat (66 grams saturated), 66 milligrams cholesterol, 713 milligrams sodium.
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