Creamy Tuscan Chicken & Bowtie Pasta Soup
If you’re looking for the ultimate cozy soup, this is it. This Creamy Tuscan Chicken & Bowtie Pasta Soup is rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. Tender shredded chicken, bowtie pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach simmer in a creamy, herb-infused broth that tastes like it came straight from a rustic Italian kitchen.
Honestly, this is hands down one of the best soups I’ve ever made — and I’ve made a lot of soups over the years! It’s hearty enough for dinner, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for chilly nights.
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Build the Soup Base
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
3. Cook the Pasta
Add the bowtie pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions (about 8–10 minutes) until tender.
4. Add Chicken & Cream
Stir in the shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and heavy cream. Let the soup simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors combine.
5. Finish the Soup
Add fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts into the broth.
6. Serve
Season with salt and pepper to taste and ladle into bowls. Top with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of herbs.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with crusty garlic bread or toasted sourdough.
- Add a simple Italian salad for a complete meal.
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan and chili flakes for extra flavor.
📊 Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~410
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Fat: 21g
- Sodium: ~540 mg
✨ Pro Tip: This soup actually tastes even better the next day because the herbs and sun-dried tomatoes deepen the flavor overnight.