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Carrabba’s Spicy Sicilian Chicken Soup – Cozy Comfort in Every Bowl

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A hearty and flavorful chicken soup inspired by Carrabba’s, filled with tender chicken, vegetables, ditalini pasta, and a spicy kick.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 celery ribs (cut into slices)
  • 3 carrots (peeled and cut into slices)
  • 1 small yellow onion (diced)
  • ½ cup red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 and ½ pounds chicken breast
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 russet potato (cut into ½ inch cubes)
  • 1 can of petite diced tomatoes (14.5 ounce)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit for a mild version)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 and ½ cups ditalini pasta

Instructions

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and add in the olive oil, celery, carrots, onion, bell pepper. Sauté for about 10 minutes until the vegetables just start to soften.

2. Add in the: chicken breast (cut in half for easier shredding), garlic, potatoes, can of tomatoes, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, water, and chicken broth. Bring to a full boil for about a minute, then lower to a low simmer for 45 minutes – covered.

3. After the 45 minutes, pull out the cooked chicken and shred using two forks. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot.

4. Add in the ditalini pasta and bring the soup back to a full boil. Cook according to pasta package directions (about 10 minutes).

5. Serve hot with extra parsley on top and crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

The red pepper flakes add a slight spice. Adjust to your taste.

For leftovers, cook pasta separately and add it to individual servings to prevent it from getting mushy.

You can use dark meat chicken if preferred.

Don’t worry about the tablespoon of salt — the pasta and potatoes absorb it and balance the flavor.

To make this in a slow cooker: add all ingredients (except pasta) and cook on low for 6 hours. Shred the chicken and stir in cooked pasta before serving.

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