Ingredients
1 rotisserie chicken (fully cooked, approx. 2 1/2 pounds), still on bone
12 cups chicken broth
4 celery stalks, chopped
4–5 carrots, sliced
1 onion, diced
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp parsley (dried)
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp cracked pepper
2 cups dry pasta
1/4 cup cornstarch (can use arrowroot powder)
1 tbsp olive oil (for stovetop)
Instructions
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Prepare the Broth: Remove the rotisserie chicken from the bones and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. Set aside. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, chopped celery, and sliced carrots. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
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Add the Broth and Herbs: Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the garlic powder, parsley, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and cracked pepper. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat.
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Simmer the Soup: Once the soup reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Cook the Pasta: Add the dry pasta to the soup and cook according to the package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes), until the pasta is tender.
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Thicken the Soup: While the soup is simmering, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water to create a slurry. Gradually add the cornstarch slurry into the soup, stirring constantly, to thicken the broth. Continue to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the soup reaches your desired thickness.
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Add the Chicken: Stir the shredded rotisserie chicken into the soup and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
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Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
Vegetarian Version: Omit the chicken and use vegetable broth. Add extra vegetables or tofu for a vegetarian-friendly version.
Spicy Version: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño to the soup for a spicy kick.
Low-Carb Version: Skip the pasta and use cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a low-carb alternative.
Add More Veggies: Feel free to add other vegetables such as peas, corn, or potatoes for a heartier soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
- Diet: Low Calorie