Description
This Italian Penicillin Soup is my go-to comfort recipe whenever I need something warming, soothing, and deeply flavorful. It blends classic Italian herbs with the comforting kick of ginger, garlic, lemon, and horseradish, creating a broth that feels restorative and indulgent all at once. The chicken becomes impossibly tender, the vegetables soften perfectly, and every spoonful delivers a mix of brightness and warmth. It’s a nourishing soup you’ll crave on cold nights, busy weeknights, or whenever you need a bowl of pure comfort.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- Leeks or onions
- Carrots
- Celery
- Chicken broth
- Lemon (juice and zest)
- Fresh herbs like parsley, rosemary, and thyme
- Prepared or fresh horseradish
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Sauté garlic, ginger, and leeks in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add carrots and celery and cook briefly to soften.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until lightly browned.
- Pour in broth and simmer gently until flavors develop.
- Stir in lemon and horseradish, then season to taste.
- Finish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade broth. Add lemon only at the end to keep its brightness. Adjust horseradish gradually for the perfect level of heat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop simmer
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 72mg