Creamy White Chicken Lasagna Soup Recipe
A rich and comforting Creamy White Chicken Lasagna Soup combining tender shredded chicken, crispy candied bacon, tender lasagna noodles, and a luscious blend of cheeses and kale in a creamy chicken broth. This soup offers all the flavors of classic lasagna in a warm, easy-to-make bowl perfect for cozy meals.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Chicken and Noodles
- 2 cups cooked shredded organic chicken breasts
- 8–9 broken lasagna noodles
Bacon
Soup Base and Seasonings
- 5 cups organic chicken stock
- 1 cup organic heavy cream
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt, adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup white wine (optional)
Cheese and Greens
- 1½ cups grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chopped kale
- Cook the Bacon: In a large pot, cook the candied bacon strips until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels. Crumble the bacon once cooled and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well to evenly coat the aromatics and build flavor.
- Create Roux and Add Stock: Sprinkle the flour into the pot while stirring continuously to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock to avoid lumps, stirring until the mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate Cream and Wine: Stir in the heavy cream and white wine, then let the soup simmer gently until it thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook Noodles and Chicken: Add the broken lasagna noodles and shredded chicken to the pot. Continue cooking until the noodles become tender, approximately 10 minutes.
- Finish with Cheese and Greens: Stir in the mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, chopped kale, and crumbled candied bacon. Heat through until the cheese is fully melted and the kale is wilted, about 3 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use organic chicken stock and heavy cream for richer flavor and better quality.
- Candied bacon adds sweet and smoky crunch, but you can substitute with regular bacon or turkey bacon if preferred.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, increase the flour slightly to 3 tablespoons.
- White wine is optional but adds depth; you can substitute with more chicken stock if desired.
- Feel free to substitute kale with spinach or Swiss chard for variation.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy White Chicken Lasagna Soup, Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, Lasagna Soup, Homemade Soup, Italian Soup