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All the cozy, creamy, cheesy comfort of lasagna — in one pot and just 30 minutes. Loaded with chicken, cannellini beans, and lasagna noodles in a velvety herb broth, this soup is hearty, high-protein, and perfect for weeknights.
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Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb diced chicken breast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp dried basil, divided
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 0.33 cup flour
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 8–10 lasagna sheets, broken
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella

Equipment

  • 5–6 quart Dutch oven Keeps heat steady and allows space for noodles.
  • whisk Helps create a lump-free broth.
  • ladle For serving without breaking noodles.

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and 1 tsp basil. Cook until golden edges form, then remove to a plate.
  2. Add butter, chopped onion, and diced carrots to the pot. Cook until vegetables are soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in chicken broth to avoid lumps and create a creamy base.
  4. Stir in remaining basil, parsley, oregano, cannellini beans, and broken lasagna sheets.
  5. Cover and simmer for 20–22 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent noodles from clumping.
  6. Return chicken to pot. Lower heat and stir in half-and-half, spinach, Parmesan, and mozzarella until melted and smooth.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Add a squeeze of lemon if desired. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 42gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 920mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5800IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 420mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with garlic, kale, or mushrooms. Use gluten-free noodles or dairy-free creamers for dietary needs. For creaminess, stir in a spoonful of cream cheese or finish with evaporated milk off heat. Great for leftovers — add broth to revive.

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