A rich, creamy, and ultra-comforting lasagna soup made with shredded chicken, tender pasta, tomatoes, herbs, and melty cheese. A perfect one-pot weeknight meal.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
4 cups chicken broth
8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
2½ cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup ricotta cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh basil for garnish
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and carrots 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute.
Add crushed tomatoes, broth, seasoning, and salt. Bring to a boil.
Add broken lasagna noodles and cook 10–12 minutes until tender.
Stir in shredded chicken, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Add ricotta (stir in or dollop) and top with mozzarella. Serve hot.
Garnish with fresh basil and extra cheese if desired.
Use rotisserie chicken for ease.
To store: Refrigerate up to 4 days.
For freezer: Freeze base without dairy and pasta. Add fresh when reheating.