T's Italian Chili Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of T’s Italian Chili Soup, a delicious fusion of Italian comfort food and classic chili flavors. This hearty soup is packed with the robust taste of mild Italian sausage, tender cannellini and red kidney beans, and an array of fresh vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and celery. Simmered in a rich, herbed tomato broth and finished with optional pasta for extra heartiness, this recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prepping ahead. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese on top takes each bowl to the next level. Ready in just an hour and loaded with bold, satisfying flavors, this Italian twist on chili will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound mild Italian sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 2 medium, diced celery stalks
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 15 ounces (drained and rinsed) cannellini beans
• 15 ounces (drained and rinsed) red kidney beans
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup penne pasta (optional)
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup (optional, for serving) grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans and red kidney beans to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the browned sausage, zucchini, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

If using pasta, cook it separately according to the package instructions. Drain and stir it into the soup just before serving, or spoon it into individual bowls and ladle the soup on top.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4232.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3275.1

Total Fat 155.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 387.4mg	0%
Sodium 14712.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 306.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 63.2g	0%
Total Sugars 76.8g
Protein 187.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1272.5mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 7331.3mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 36.4%