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Steaming bowl of Italian Wedding Soup, a comforting mix of savory meatballs, tender vegetables, and hearty broth, served in a pristine white bowl alongside slices of crusty bread

Italian Wedding Soup

Whip up a tasty Italian Wedding Soup at home—it's a breeze! Think shredded chicken, mini meatballs, veggies, pasta, and spinach, all in one pot. Super easy and perfect for any day when you're in the mood for something cozy!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 10 servings
Calories 372 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 chicken thighs
  • 2 large carrots cut in half
  • 2 celery stalks including leaves
  • 1 onion peeled and halved
  • salt and pepper to taste

For The Soup

  • 1.5 lbs. meatballs Italian Mini Meatballs
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks cleaned and diced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 cup vermicelli (or Greek fide)
  • 10 ounce spinach

Instructions
 

Broth

  • In a large pot, add the chicken thighs, halved onion, carrots, and celery. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Fill the pot with water, cover and place it on medium-high heat and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer ,and simmer for about 2 hours.
  • When the broth is done, remove it from the heat and using a slotted spoon remove the chicken and vegetables. * See notes
  • Let the chicken cool down and then shred it before adding it back to the broth.

For The Soup

  • Bring the broth to a boil again and add the Italian mini meatballs, chopped carrots, chopped celery, and chopped onion to the pot.
  • Reduce to medium heat and cook until the vegetables are tender and the meatballs are cooked through.
  • Add the pasta to the soup, and cook it until it's done. Keep in mind that if you are using a thin pasta like fide (Greek pasta) or vermicelli, it will cook quickly.
  • Add the spinach to the soup and stir it in. Cook until the spinach is wilted, which should only take a few minutes.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top (optional) Enjoy your delicious Italian Wedding Soup!

Notes

  1. This recipe yields a generous amount of soup, making it perfect for leftovers or feeding a crowd. Feel free to adjust quantities based on your preferences or save the extras for later enjoyment.
  2. Instead of discarding the vegetables after making the broth, you can freeze them for later use. Let them cool, then store in airtight freezer bags or containers. These frozen veggies can be a convenient addition to future soups, stews, or sauces. Just remember to label and date the containers for easy identification. It's a great way to reduce food waste and make the most of your ingredients!

Nutrition

Calories: 372kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 184mgPotassium: 648mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 7131IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken, comfort food, cozy meal, Dinner Ideas, easy dinner, Greek Pasta, italian wedding soup, mini meatballs, Soup, Spinach
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