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Copycat Carrabba’s Spicy Chicken Soup: Rustic, Hearty, and Full of Flavor

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A spicy, comforting chicken soup inspired by Carrabba’s classic. Packed with veggies, tender shredded chicken, and pasta in a bold, savory broth

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1½ lbs bone-in chicken thighs or breasts

  • 8 cups chicken broth

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1 (14 oz) can diced or crushed tomatoes

  • 2 cups diced russet or red potatoes

  • 1 cup ditalini or small pasta

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley and Parmesan, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for 5–7 minutes.

  2. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute.

  3. Add chicken and broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer 30 minutes.

  4. Remove chicken, shred, discard bones, return meat to pot.

  5. Stir in potatoes, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 10–15 minutes.

  6. Add pasta. Cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.

  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with parsley and Parmesan.

Notes

  • Make it gluten-free with GF pasta.

  • Add beans or greens for variety.

  • Freeze before adding pasta for best results.

  • Control spice level by adjusting red pepper flakes.

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