Good morning, my dear friends, from a beautiful, lazy Sunday here in Khenifra! The air is cool, and it’s the perfect kind of day for the ultimate comfort food mashup. What if you could have the rich, cheesy goodness of lasagna and the velvety luxury of Alfredo sauce, all in one easy, comforting soup? Well, you can! This Decadent Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup is a dream come true. It’s a rich, savory, and incredibly cheesy soup, loaded with tender chicken and satisfying bites of lasagna noodles. It strikes the perfect balance between a truly indulgent meal and a surprisingly quick one-pot wonder, perfect for any night of the week.
Serving Versatility
This glorious Alfredo Lasagna Soup is a complete meal in a single bowl. It’s best served hot and fresh with a dollop of creamy ricotta and a side of garlic bread for dipping into that incredible broth. It truly shines all on its own!
Full Recipe: My One-Pot Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Soup
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: Approximately 550 calories per serving
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 6-8 lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- For Garnish: Ricotta cheese, fresh parsley or basil, extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in the broken lasagna noodles and the Italian seasoning. Let the soup simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent them from sticking.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir the cooked chicken back into the soup.
- Gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it has completely melted and the soup is smooth and creamy.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Ladle the hot lasagna alfredo soup into bowls and top with a generous dollop of ricotta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick preparation: Get all the decadent flavors of lasagna in a fraction of the time! This one-pot soup is ready in about 35 minutes.
- Budget-friendly ingredients: It uses simple, accessible ingredients to create a truly restaurant-worthy meal.
- Big, cozy flavor: This is the ultimate comforting meal recipes hybrid! It’s a rich, cheesy, and deeply satisfying Alfredo soup.
- Nutritional value: A hearty, protein-packed meal.
- Customizability: Easily add a few handfuls of fresh spinach at the end, or sauté some mushrooms with the onions for extra flavor.
Cultural or Cooking Technique Note
This delicious Alfredo soup is a perfect example of a popular modern cooking trend: the “deconstructed” dish. It takes all the beloved components of a classic, often labor-intensive, dish like baked lasagna and reimagines them into a quick and accessible soup format. This one-pot method brilliantly captures the essence of both a creamy Alfredo and a cheesy lasagna, giving you all the flavor and comfort without the time-consuming layering and baking.
Serving Suggestions
- The Classic Way: Serve in a big, warm bowl with a generous dollop of whole milk ricotta cheese, a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley, and a bit more grated Parmesan on top.
- With Garlic Bread: This soup is practically begging to be served with a side of warm, buttery garlic bread for sopping up every last drop of the creamy broth.
- With a Simple Salad: Pair with a crisp green salad tossed in a bright Italian vinaigrette to beautifully balance the richness of the soup.
- A Touch of Heat: For those who like a little kick, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes on top is a wonderful addition.
Pro Tips for Success
- Use Freshly Grated Parmesan: This is a non-negotiable for any good Alfredo soup recipe! Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting smoothly. Grating your own from a block will give you a much creamier, silkier soup.
- Don’t Overcook the Noodles: Add the broken lasagna noodles to the simmering broth and cook them just until they are al dente. They will continue to soften in the hot soup.
- Low Heat for Dairy: Once you add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, keep the heat on low. Boiling the soup at this stage can cause the dairy to separate or curdle.
- Time-Saving Shortcut: Use a store-bought rotisserie chicken to make this chicken alfredo soup even faster! Just shred the meat and stir it in at the end to warm through.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Please note that as the soup sits, the lasagna noodles will continue to absorb the creamy broth, so the leftovers will be much thicker, more like a pasta dish (which is still delicious!). To reheat, warm it gently on the stovetop over low heat. You will likely need to add a good splash of chicken broth or milk to loosen it up and bring back its soupy consistency.
Closing Paragraph
I am so excited for you to try this incredibly decadent and surprisingly easy Creamy Alfredo Lasagna Soup! It’s a meal that feels so special and indulgent, but it’s simple enough for any night of the week. It’s the perfect way to satisfy two comfort food cravings at once! Please give it a try, and I would love for you to come back and leave a rating and a comment to let me know how much you loved it.
🎀 Final Thoughts
This soup is my ultimate go-to when I want a meal that feels truly luxurious and comforting. It’s like wrapping yourself in the coziest blanket on a chilly day. It’s the perfect recipe for a Sunday dinner that feels special, but it’s so quick you could even make it on a Tuesday! I hope it brings a little bit of that special, cozy magic to your table.