Ingredients
Method
Build Aromatic Soup Base
- In a large heavy 6-quart Dutch oven or soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add finely diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour evenly over the aromatics, stirring constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in the chicken bone broth and heavy cream in a steady stream, whisking constantly to ensure a perfectly smooth, lump-free emulsion. Stir in Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Simmer Lasagna Noodles & Chicken
- Bring the soup to a gentle rolling boil. Drop the broken lasagna noodles into the pot, stirring occasionally so the wavy pieces do not stick together.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes until noodles are tender and al dente.
- Stir in the cooked shredded chicken breast, baby spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the chicken is warmed through.
Whip Ricotta Swirl & Serve
- In a small bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, grated parmesan, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until fluffy.
- Ladle hot soup into deep serving bowls. Top each bowl with a generous dollop of the seasoned ricotta swirl, extra parmesan, and fresh herbs. Serve hot with crusty garlic bread.
