Description
A rich, velvety soup with all the cozy flavors of creamy white chicken lasagna, ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 4 Tbsp flour
- 1½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 6 cups half and half (fat-free or regular)
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 2½ tsp Italian seasoning blend
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into 2-inch pieces and cooked until tender
- Chopped fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same pot, melt butter. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and stir until it thickens into a paste.
- Gradually whisk in the half and half and chicken broth until smooth and creamy.
- Add salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted and fully incorporated.
- Return cooked chicken and noodles to the pot. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Garnish with chopped thyme or parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve warm with crusty bread or garlic knots.
Notes
For a creamier texture, replace 1 cup of half and half with 1 cup of heavy cream. No lasagna noodles? Substitute with bowties, rotini, or broken fettuccine. Add cooked spinach, mushrooms, or peas for extra flavor and nutrition. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge; reheat slowly to avoid curdling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian