Roasted Butternut, Chicken Sausage & Spinach Soup
A warm and comforting soup blending roasted butternut squash, savory chicken sausage, and fresh spinach, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken sausage (casings removed)
- 4 cups butternut squash, cubed and roasted
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained (14 oz)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup small pasta (like bowties or shells)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan, for garnish
- Crusty bread, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until caramelized and fork-tender.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the chicken sausage and brown for 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add olive oil if needed and sauté onion and garlic until soft (3-4 minutes). Add drained diced tomatoes, roasted squash, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in small pasta, cooking according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, fresh spinach, and reserved sausage. Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan and thyme.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth. You can experiment with different types of pasta or add more vegetables like carrots or zucchini.