Chicken and Stars Soup

Bring comfort to your table with this heartwarming Chicken and Stars Soup, a nostalgic classic that’s perfect for all ages. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables, and whimsical star-shaped pasta (stelline) simmered in a fragrant chicken broth infused with thyme, parsley, and a hint of garlic. Ideal for chilly days or soothing a cold, this one-pot wonder is both easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful, with just 15 minutes of prep time. Optional touches of fresh lemon juice and parsley add a refreshing brightness to each bowl. Perfect for family dinners or make-ahead lunches, this homemade chicken soup feels like a warm hug in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup star-shaped pasta (stelline)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.

Step 5

Add the chicken breasts to the pot, along with the dried thyme, dried parsley, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them into bite-sized pieces using two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and discard the bay leaf.

Step 9

Add the star-shaped pasta to the pot and allow it to cook for 6-8 minutes, or until tender.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 11

Stir in the lemon juice for a hint of brightness, if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if preferred. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3146.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2067.9

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 340mg	0%
Sodium 7405.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 182.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4IU	0%
Calcium 459.3mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 4449.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.7%

Protein: 35.7%

Carbs: 43.7%