Barilla Ditali Pasta Soup with Chicken and Spinach in a Slow Cooker
Barilla Ditali Pasta Soup with Chicken and Spinach in a Slow Cooker
Chicken, celery, cherry tomatoes, and cheese: all the Cs that make a good soup pasta
30 minutes total
Dubbed as 'thimble-sized' and 'very short macaroni', this small, tube-shaped Barilla Ditali pasta makes the perfect soup base. Try this hearty soup to warm you up on a chilly day, or cook it for anyone feeling under the weather. Featuring high-quality Barilla Ditali pasta, this recipe calls for chicken and vegetables, with Italian herbs and cheese to give it a savoury twist!
One-Pot Recipes

Ingredients
Serves 8
1/4 box | Barilla Ditali pasta |
2 quarts | water |
2 | celery stalks, diced |
1 | large carrots, diced |
1 | large onion, diced |
2 cloves | garlic, chopped |
1 | bay leaf |
1 lb | chicken thighs, boneless and skinless |
1 lb | baby spinach |
2 pts | cherry tomatoes |
1/2 cup | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese |
2 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil |
To taste | salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
Combine in a 4-6 quart slow cooker, the water, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, bay leaf and chicken.
Step 2
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is tender and falling apart.
Step 3
Remove the chicken from the soup and let it cool down. When the chicken is cool, shred into bite-sized pieces, then add it back to the soup.
Step 4
Remove the bay leaf and add the spinach, cherry tomatoes and Barilla Ditali pasta, then stir well.
Step 5
Season with salt and pepper and cover, then cook the Barilla Ditali pasta for another 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
To serve, ladle the soup into bowls, top with some grated cheese and a drizzle of fresh olive oil.

Ditali
Ditali, with its short tubular shape, originates from the region of Campania in Southern Italy. Its compact shape makes it an excellent choice for classic soups and pasta salads, as it captures hearty broths and dressings. Ditali is a go-to option for simple yet satisfying meals.
- Shape Mini and Soup
- Cook time 10 mins
- Pack size 410 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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