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Sicilian Chicken Soup Recipe

Sicilian Chicken Soup Recipe

A cozy Sicilian-style chicken soup brimming with tender chicken, vegetables, tomatoes, and ditalini for a hearty, comforting bowl.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1.5 cup diced carrots
  • 1.5 cup diced celery
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 8 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cup peeled diced russet potatoes
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1.25 cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice optional, for brightness
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Season chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper, then brown in the oil until lightly golden.
  • Stir in onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 6 minutes.
  • Add garlic and tomato paste. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute to caramelize the paste.
  • Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Add potatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer gently until potatoes are just tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in ditalini. Simmer until pasta is al dente, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Fold in parsley and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper.
  • Ladle into bowls and finish with grated Parmesan.

Notes

Variation: Add a pinch of fennel seed with the oregano, or swap ditalini with small rice for a gluten-free twist. For rich depth, deglaze the pot with a splash of dry white wine after the tomato paste step.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days. For best leftovers, cook pasta separately and add to each serving when reheating so it doesn’t over-soak.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Sicilian Chicken Soup Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.