White Lasagna Soup
White Lasagna Soup is a comforting, creamy twist on traditional lasagna. Combining tender chicken, broken lasagna noodles, and a rich, cheesy white sauce, this soup delivers all the flavors of a classic lasagna in a single, easy-to-make pot. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or family gatherings, it’s versatile, affordable, and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground chicken (or turkey)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Pour in chicken broth and add Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5–10 minutes.
- Stir in broken lasagna noodles and cook 10–12 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Lower heat and gradually stir in heavy cream.
- Add ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until fully melted.
- Fold in fresh spinach leaves until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Substitute protein as desired: turkey or beef works well.
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Add vegetables such as mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Slightly undercook noodles if freezing the soup.
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