Quick Chicken Soup
Make comforting chicken soup in about 30 minutes using canned broth, veggies, garbanzos and angel hair. Tips for seasoning, swaps, storage and reheating.
I work long hours and don't have time to cook during the week. I wasn't feeling too well and wanted some chicken soup, but didn't have time to make it from scratch. So, I came up with this recipe.
Submitted by: Anamae Saavedra from Chicago, IL
Yield: 3 - 4 servings
- This recipe uses canned chicken broth and quick-cooking ingredients to make soup in about 30 minutes.
- Season with Garlic Pepper for a bright bite; reduce for kids or swap with Lakeshore Drive seasoning.
- You can swap rice for pasta, use leftover chicken, and refrigerate or freeze leftovers for easy meals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this soup take to make?
About 30 minutes from start to finish: brown the seasoned chicken, add the canned broth, veggies and garbanzos, simmer until the vegetables are tender, then add angel hair and cook about 4 minutes.
Can I use rotisserie or leftover chicken instead of raw breasts?
Yes. If using already cooked chicken, add it near the end to warm through so it does not overcook. If using frozen chicken, thaw fully before cooking and ensure it reaches 165°F.
Can I replace the angel hair pasta with rice?
Yes. The recipe notes rice as a substitute. Use cooked rice and add it toward the end, or cook raw rice separately and combine, since rice timing differs from angel hair.
How do I adjust the seasoning for kids?
Use less Back of the Yards Garlic Pepper or skip it entirely. You can boost flavor gently with a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of mild seasoning instead of more pepper.
How can I reduce sodium in this recipe?
Use low sodium or no-salt-added canned chicken broth and limit added salt. Fresh herbs or a splash of lemon can add flavor without extra salt.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Cool within two hours and refrigerate in a sealed container for 3 to 4 days. Freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove until steaming. If possible, store pasta separately or add fresh pasta when reheating to avoid soggy noodles.
Can I make a vegetarian version of this soup?
Yes. Replace chicken and chicken broth with firm tofu or extra beans and use vegetable broth. Add extra vegetables and season to taste.
How long does this soup take to make?
About 30 minutes from start to finish: brown the seasoned chicken, add the canned broth, veggies and garbanzos, simmer until the vegetables are tender, then add angel hair and cook about 4 minutes.
Can I use rotisserie or leftover chicken instead of raw breasts?
Yes. If using already cooked chicken, add it near the end to warm through so it does not overcook. If using frozen chicken, thaw fully before cooking and ensure it reaches 165°F.
Can I replace the angel hair pasta with rice?
Yes. The recipe notes rice as a substitute. Use cooked rice and add it toward the end, or cook raw rice separately and combine, since rice timing differs from angel hair.
How do I adjust the seasoning for kids?
Use less Back of the Yards Garlic Pepper or skip it entirely. You can boost flavor gently with a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of mild seasoning instead of more pepper.
How can I reduce sodium in this recipe?
Use low sodium or no-salt-added canned chicken broth and limit added salt. Fresh herbs or a splash of lemon can add flavor without extra salt.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Cool within two hours and refrigerate in a sealed container for 3 to 4 days. Freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove until steaming. If possible, store pasta separately or add fresh pasta when reheating to avoid soggy noodles.
Can I make a vegetarian version of this soup?
Yes. Replace chicken and chicken broth with firm tofu or extra beans and use vegetable broth. Add extra vegetables and season to taste.
Thanks for the recipe!
It came out very well and took only a fraction of the time my mother’s recipe takes.
I changed things up a little bit to accomdate the ingrediants I had on hand.
1. Added about a quarter of an onion along with the celery, etc. (might add a touch of garlic next time too)
2. Had some leftovers of blackened chicken so I added that in along with the regular chicken.
3. Also had some Jumbalaya from last nights trip to a restaurant. Put this in 3 minutes after the angel hair.
Good stuff! Thanks again!