Sicilian Chicken Soup (Printable Version)

A nourishing blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and small pasta in a rich, fragrant broth.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (2 pounds)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 3 celery ribs, chopped
04 - 3 medium carrots, chopped
05 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped
06 - 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
07 - 4 cloves garlic, chopped

→ Canned Goods & Broth

08 - 1 can (14.5 oz) no-salt added diced tomatoes
09 - 1 carton (32 oz) low-sodium chicken stock

→ Pantry

10 - 2 bay leaves
11 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt
12 - 4 cups water
13 - 1/2 cup dry ditalini pasta

→ Seasonings & Garnish

14 - Fresh black pepper, to taste
15 - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

# Steps to Cook:

01 - In a large soup pot, place chicken thighs, onion, celery, carrots, yellow bell pepper, potatoes, garlic, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and kosher salt.
02 - Pour in chicken stock and water, then season with fresh black pepper to taste. Cover and bring mixture to a boil.
03 - Reduce heat to low, partially cover the pot, and simmer for approximately 30 minutes until chicken is tender. Remove chicken with tongs and set aside.
04 - Stir ditalini pasta into the soup and continue cooking for 13 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Shred the cooked chicken using two forks, return it to the pot, discard bay leaves, and stir in fresh parsley before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For best flavor, use low-sodium chicken stock to control the saltiness and adjust seasoning as needed.