Creamy Shell Soup

Health score
12%
Creamy Shell Soup
45 min.
8
430kcal

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Warm up your culinary repertoire with the delightful Creamy Shell Soup, a comforting dish that promises to satisfy your hunger while tantalizing your taste buds. Ready in just 45 minutes, this hearty soup serves eight and is perfect for any meal—be it a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner. Packed with tender chicken, creamy milk, and a medley of vegetables, each spoonful delivers a burst of flavor that is both nourishing and comforting.

Imagine a kitchen filled with the savory aroma of simmering chicken, fresh herbs, and the subtle warmth of nutmeg; it’s a dish that invites you to gather around the table. The addition of seashell pasta adds a playful touch, making it an appealing option for both kids and adults alike. This is not just soup; it transforms into a rich, heartwarming experience to share with family and friends.

The Creamy Shell Soup is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you enjoy it as a stand-alone meal or alongside a crusty loaf of bread, this soup strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment. Plus, with 430 calories per serving and a good mix of protein, carbs, and healthy fats, you can feel good about enjoying every spoonful. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful dish that is sure to become a comforting staple in your home!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaf 
  • 0.3 cup celery chopped
  • cubes chicken bouillon 
  • 24 ounces chicken meat boneless skinless
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  •  green onions chopped
  • pinch ground nutmeg 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper white
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cups milk 
  • cup onion diced
  • cups seashell pasta 
  •  potatoes diced
  • 0.5 teaspoon poultry seasoning 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon seasoning salt 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • pot
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente.
  3. Drain, and set aside.
  4. Simmer water, chicken, diced onions, celery, minced parsley, bay leaf, salt and pepper in Dutch oven until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove bay leaf; discard.
  6. Remove chicken; cool.
  7. Add potatoes, green onions, bouillon cubes, seasoned salt and poultry seasoning to broth. Simmer 15 minutes.
  8. Add milk, cooked pasta, and chicken; return to simmer.
  9. Melt butter or margarine over medium heat.
  10. Add flour, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to brown.
  11. Add to soup; blend well.
  12. Let soup stand 20 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste.
  13. Garnish with nutmeg and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories430kcal
Protein22.17%
Fat48%
Carbs29.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.97
Glycemic Load
16.19
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.800434610118%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
3.32mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.67mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
5.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.11kcal
21.51%
Fat:22.84g
35.14%
Saturated Fat:7.23g
45.2%
Carbohydrates:31.94g
10.65%
Net Carbohydrates:29.53g
10.74%
Sugar:7.78g
8.64%
Cholesterol:78.43mg
26.14%
Sodium:625.59mg
27.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.74g
47.49%
Vitamin K:41.71µg
39.73%
Selenium:25.7µg
36.71%
Vitamin B3:7.05mg
35.26%
Phosphorus:323.06mg
32.31%
Vitamin B6:0.59mg
29.32%
Vitamin C:16.6mg
20.13%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.55%
Potassium:672.33mg
19.21%
Calcium:189.51mg
18.95%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.24%
Vitamin A:776.46IU
15.53%
Vitamin B12:0.93µg
15.49%
Vitamin B5:1.52mg
15.17%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.8%
Magnesium:59mg
14.75%
Zinc:2.11mg
14.04%
Iron:1.85mg
10.3%
Vitamin D:1.51µg
10.08%
Fiber:2.41g
9.65%
Copper:0.19mg
9.35%
Folate:34.9µg
8.72%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.12%
Source:Allrecipes