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Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Soup Recipe

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Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Soup is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender shredded chicken, tender fettuccine pasta, and a rich Alfredo-inspired sauce made with butter, garlic, onions, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of cream. This hearty soup combines classic Italian flavors in a warm bowl perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Sauce Base

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Soup Liquid

  • 4 cups chicken broth (regular or low-sodium)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 to 1-1/2 cups milk

Additional Ingredients

  • 4 ounces fettuccine pasta, broken into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (more as desired)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (more as desired)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Create Roux and Add Liquids: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed onions and garlic, stirring to coat evenly. Cook the mixture for about 2 minutes until it starts to brown slightly. Then carefully stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and 1 cup of milk, combining thoroughly.
  4. Cook Pasta: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Add the broken pieces of fettuccine pasta and cook, stirring often, until the pasta reaches al dente, tender but still firm to the bite.
  5. Finish the Soup: Fold in the shredded cooked chicken, grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg (if using), crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the soup is too thick, add more milk or water to achieve desired consistency. To thicken further, add a cornstarch slurry if desired. Garnish with additional Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium broth if you want better control over the salt content.
  • You can substitute fettuccine with other pasta types like penne or rotini.
  • For a spicier soup, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
  • To make the soup thicker, prepare a slurry with 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons cold water and add it while stirring at the end of cooking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.

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