For an even richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock. Don't overcook the pastina; it should be al dente. Feel free to add other vegetables, such as zucchini or spinach, to the soup. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors. For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth.
Classic Italian Pastina Soup
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS39
Rediscover comfort in a bowl with this heartwarming pastina soup. Delicate morsels of chicken, tiny star-shaped pasta, and a medley of garden vegetables simmer in a flavorful broth, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will soothe your soul.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate10 g
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Cholesterol150 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein48 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium719 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat27 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Place the whole chicken in a large pot and cover it with 10-12 cups of cold water.
02
Step
1 hrs
Roughly chop 2 celery stalks, 1 1/2 onions, and 2 carrots. Add them to the pot with the chicken. Season with 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
03
Step
10 mins
Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly before shredding the meat. Strain the stock and discard the solids. Reserve the liquid, adding water if needed to measure 12 cups. Wipe the pot clean.
04
Step
7 mins
Finely chop the remaining celery, onion, and carrot. Place the pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add the chopped vegetables, remaining salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to brown the vegetables.
05
Step
10 mins
Add the reserved chicken stock and chicken base to the pot. Stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
06
Step
15 mins
Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a rolling boil. Add the pastina and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
07
Step
5 mins
Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded chicken. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat the chicken through. Stir in the chopped parsley, if using, and serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Amani Rau
Jun 27, 2025I added some chopped spinach at the end and it was delicious!
Jaqueline Abernathy
Jun 9, 2025I love how simple and flavorful this soup is. It's perfect for a chilly evening.
Rick Flatley
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Apr 7, 2025I used ditalini pasta because I couldn't find pastina, and it worked perfectly.
Garry Schumm
Jan 31, 2025Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing! Thank you!
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Jan 21, 2025This is my new go-to recipe for chicken soup!
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Jan 1, 2025The homemade chicken stock really makes a difference in the flavor of this soup.