Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 9 no-boil lasagna noodles, broken into smaller pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños for garnish
- Optional: chopped roasted peppers or diced green chilies for added flavor
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add ground chicken or turkey, cook until browned and cooked through, breaking apart with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, add softened cream cheese, and stir until melted and smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, blending until the soup is creamy and velvety. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add broken lasagna noodles and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- For extra flavor, add chopped roasted peppers or diced green chilies. Garnish each serving with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and high-quality chicken broth for the best flavor.
- Break lasagna noodles into small pieces for easier eating and better soup texture.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more jalapeños or chili powder for a spicier soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg