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Barilla Italian Chicken Soup with Pastina Pasta

Barilla Italian Chicken Soup with Pastina Pasta

Heartwarming homemade chicken broth with vegetables and herbs, simmered to perfection

3 hours 15 minutes total

Packed with flavour, this traditional Italian chicken soup recipe by Chef Lorenzo Boni cooks the tiny stars of premium Barilla Pastina pasta directly in the broth to absorb the rich flavours. Whether you go for store-bought or craft your own homemade broth, this recipe is the ultimate comfort food and an easy dinner idea everyone will love.

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Ingredients

Serves 3

If using ready-made broth

1 cup Barilla Pastina pasta
6 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp butter (optional)
1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (optional)

To make the broth from scratch

6 chicken thighs
2 lbs chicken bones
1 stalk celery
2 carrots
1 yellow onion, halved, peel on
1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 plum tomato, halved
3 bay leaves
1 Parmigiano Reggiano cheese rind (optional)
1/2 bunch Italian parsley
To taste sea salt

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

If using ready-made broth:

Step 2

Bring broth to boil and add Barilla Pastina pasta.

Step 3

Cook 2 minutes short of the recommended packaging cook time.

Step 4

Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. If desired, top with butter and cheese.

Step 5

To make the chicken broth from scratch:

Step 6

Place all chicken broth ingredients in a pot and cover with

Step 7

Bring chicken broth to boil, then simmer for 3 hours.

Step 8

Strain the chicken broth and return to stove.

Step 9

Cook Barilla Pastina pasta in chicken broth 2 minutes short of the recommended packaging cook time.

Step 10

Tip: Please note that any excess chicken broth will freeze very well for future use!

Barilla Pastina Pasta - Packshot - en-ca
Classic Blue Box

Classic Blue Box

Pastina

Pastina is a staple in Italian households and is beloved for its small, star-shaped grains. This pasta cut is often used to add heartiness to soups and broths, making it a go-to choice for families, especially during colder seasons when comfort food is top of mind.

  • Shape Mini and Soup
  • Cook time 6 mins
  • Pack size 340 g
  • Range Classic Blue Box
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