Simmered Tuscan Chicken Soup with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
A hearty and fragrant Tuscan-inspired chicken soup featuring tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a savory broth. This italian-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken breasts, diced, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 5 cups chicken broth, low sodium
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering; add 1 pound diced chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the pot; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 5 cups low sodium chicken broth and stir in 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; bring to a boil.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes to develop flavors.
- Step 5: Stir in 4 cups baby spinach leaves and 1/2 cup heavy cream; cook for 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts and soup is heated through.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese over each bowl when serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Simmered Tuscan Chicken Soup with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Simmered Tuscan Chicken Soup with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breasts, diced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simmered Tuscan Chicken Soup with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Simmered Tuscan Chicken Soup with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Simmered Tuscan Chicken Soup with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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