Homemade Chicken Piccata Soup Recipe: Bold and Hearty

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Chicken piccata soup recipe is the perfect combination of the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of the traditional chicken piccata. It’s just the same recipe but wrapped up into a hearty, warm, and soul-satisfying soup.

With tender chicken, perfectly cooked noodles, and the perfect balance of lemon, garlic, and capers, this dish just brings the best of the Italian comfort foods in a bowl. I always cook them whenever I feel like in the mood, or the weather is a bit rainy or dark. Trust me, sipping this soup, standing on the balcony, enjoying the cold breeze, just feels like heaven. I got this recipe from my mom. However, in the first few attempts, I made a ton of mistakes, like overcooking the noodles, turning the soup into mush, or not getting the chicken tender enough, and over the years, I finally realized that the key to these recipes is just patience and balance.

Trust me, this version will pull you out of the chicken piccata and into this chicken piccata soup. So, grab your spoon and get ready for a taste of comfort, Italian-style!

Ingredients

Here are all the ingredients that you’ll need to have to cook this amazing recipe:

1. Water
2. Chicken broth: Chicken broth adds rich, savory depth to the dish. It infuses the noodles and chicken with a comforting, hearty flavor. Without this, the chicken soup would be flavorless and bland-tasting.
3. Chicken thigh
4. Garlic powder: Garlic powder infuses the broth with an amazing aromatic warmth. It gives the dish a mild yet savory kick and enhances the overall flavor.
5. Onion powder: It adds a subtle sweetness and depth to the broth, rounding out the flavor profile and complementing the garlic powder.
6. Oregano: It brings a fresh, slightly peppery kick, offering an earthy flavor that balances the richness of the chicken and broth.
7. Basil: Its sweet and slightly peppery notes bring a burst of freshness, brightening up the dish and elevating the ultimate Italian-inspired flavors.
8. Salt
9. Egg noodles: This ingredient soaks up the flavorful broth while providing a soft, chewy texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender chicken.
10. Capers: Their briny, tangy flavor balances the richness of the chicken and enhances the overall taste.
11. Italian parsley: This adds a bit of freshness and color to the dish at the end. It also delivers a mild herbal flavor to round out the richness of the dish.
12. Flour: In this recipe, it is used to thicken the broth and give it a velvety smooth consistency.

So, that’s the long list of ingredients you’ll need to have before you start cooking. Once you have collected all of them, it’s time to cook. To get the actual amounts of the ingredients, you can check out the instructions or the recipe card, where I have mentioned everything.

Instructions

Here’s how you can cook this amazingly delicious and hearty chicken piccata soup recipe:

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken and Broth

First off, take a Dutch oven and add about 2 cups of water and 2 cups of chicken broth into it.

Now, 3 to 4 chicken thighs, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, 1 tablespoon of oregano, 1 tablespoon of basil, and 1 tablespoon of salt, mix them very well.

Step 2: Cook and Shred the Chicken

After you are done the step 1, cover the dutch oven with the lid and let it cook for 30 to 40 minutes on medium to medium-high heat until the chicken is cooked through.

After those 30 to 40 minutes, remove the chicken from the Dutch oven and put them on a plate or wooden board, whatever you like, and remove their skin, debone, and shred them into small pieces.

When you have removed the chicken thighs, make sure you put some egg noodles into the broth in the Dutch oven. Thereafter, cover the lid and let the noodles cook for 8 to 10 minutes more or until tender.

Meanwhile, don’t throw the chicken bones away, as we will be using them in the next step.

Step 3: Prepare the Chicken Bone Stock

Now, take the chicken bones and place them in another pot. Add 2 cups of water and 2 cups of chicken broth to the pot with the bones.

After that, bring it to a boil and let it cook for 20 minutes to extract the flavor from the bones.

Step 4: Thicken The Broth

Once you are done boiling, remove the chicken bones from the pot and add 2 tablespoons of flour into the same pot and whisk to combine.

Now, allow the flour to cook for 1 or 2 more minutes, stirring continuously. Lastly, pour the thickened stock into the Dutch oven with the egg noodles.

Step 5: Final Step

Now, add the shredded chicken, 2 tablespoons of capers, and 1 tablespoon of chopped Italian parsley to the Dutch oven. Mix everything well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the flavors are combined.

At last, when everything is well combined, cover the lid and let it sit for an additional 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Now you’ve made a perfect soup, but what to serve with it? If you are having the same question and running out of serving ideas, check below. I have provided some excellent serving suggestions that complement this recipe perfectly.

1. Garlic Bread: It’s a classic pairing with any soup! The crispy, buttery, and garlicky bread works wonderfully to soak up the flavorful broth and complements the garlic powder used in the soup.
2. Mixed Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: A fresh and crisp salad with mixed greens and a light lemon vinaigrette will provide a bright, zesty contrast to the rich flavors of the soup.
3. Roasted vegetables: Besides all of these above, roasted veggies like carrots, bell peppers, or zucchini with olive oil, rosemary, and garlic would go really well. Their natural sweetness and slight char from roasting will add depth to the meal.

I personally tried garlic bread, mixed green salad, and roasted veggies, but found only roasted veggies to go well. Actually, I don’t like to soak up the broth with some bread-like things. Instead, sipping the broth with a spoon on a cozy chair feels like heaven for me.

Moreover, if you want some healthy options, then you can go for steamed broccoli with lemon and olive oil, zucchini noodles, also known as Zoodles, Cauliflower rice, Quinoa salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, and mint. They would also go pretty well with this recipe.

Storage And Reheating

If you have any leftovers (which I think you shouldn’t), then you can obviously store the soup for later. Here’s how:

Storage

To store it, you need to cool the soup first. After cooking, allow it to cool to room temperature before storing it. You would need a little bit of time for that, don’t hurry in this phase. Now, when it is at a normal temperature, store it in airtight containers.

Now, you can easily store the leftover soup for up to 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator, and if you plan to store it for more, you can freeze the soup for up to 3 months.

Reheating

When you’re ready to enjoy the soup again, you can reheat it either on the stove or in the microwave. I will show both processes. Microwave is a bit faster, but reheating in the oven is what I recommend from my experience, as it keeps almost the same texture as the original ones. Check below:

Stove Method

If your soup is frozen, then you need to thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. If you’re short on time, you can reheat from frozen, but it will take longer.

Once thawing is done, heat it on medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the soup from sticking to the bottom of the pot and ensure even heating. While reheating, if you feel it’s thickened too much, you can add a little extra chicken broth or water to thin it to your desired consistency.

Now, heat the soup until it’s fully warmed through, and bring it to a gentle simmer (don’t let it boil too rapidly). Once it’s hot, serve and enjoy!

Microwave Method

First off, you need to place the soup in a microwave-safe bowl and cover the bowl with a safe lid or plastic wrap.

Now, you need to heat it in intervals. Microwave the soup on high for 2 to 3 minutes, then stir it. Continue heating in 1-minute intervals, stirring each time, until the soup is heated to your liking.

Note: As I said, you can directly heat the frozen chicken piccata soup, but that would take more time than if you had used thawed soup. Also, don’t overheat or overboil as it would make the chicken dry and the noodles break. Talking about noodles, if you have leftover egg noodles in the soup, be aware that they can absorb liquid and become softer during storage.

FAQs

Can I make this Chicken Piccata Soup Recipe ahead of Time?

Yes, you can absolutely make this chicken soup recipe ahead of time. Almost all of the chicken soup recipes can be made ahead of time, and this recipe is no exception.

You can make this recipe ahead of time by just following the instructions mentioned in the storage and reheating section.

Can I Use Chicken Breasts Instead Of Thighs?

Yes, you can substitute chicken breasts for chicken thighs, but there are some differences to keep in mind. Chicken thighs are darker meat and have more fat, which gives the soup a richer, more savory flavor. They are also more forgiving when it comes to cooking time.

On the other hand, chicken breasts are leaner and can dry out if overcooked. If you are using chicken breasts, then you’ll need to watch the cooking time very carefully in order to avoid any tragedy.

For these above reasons, I don’t use chicken breasts, but if you prefer, you can obviously go for it!

Can I substitute egg noodles with other pasta?

Yes, you can substitute egg noodles with other types of pasta, but it may change the texture and feel of the dish. Other options include spaghetti or linguine, rotini, penne, rigatoni, and much more. You can use anything you want, but I have tried egg noodles, and they go pretty well with this dish.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Of course, you can make this recipe gluten-free. The main gluten-containing ingredients in this recipe are the egg noodles, flour, and chicken broth.

Just swap the egg noodles with gluten-free pasta, the flour with a gluten-free flour like rice flour, cornstarch, or a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, and the chicken broth with some gluten-free options.

Many brands offer gluten-free egg noodles as well as gluten-free chicken broths. So, you can definitely go for them if you hate gluten.

Can I freeze the chicken piccata soup?

Yes, you can freeze the chicken piccata soup. You can refrigerate it for 3 to 4 days, and for long storage, you can freeze it for up to 3 to 4 months. Check the storage and reheating section for in-depth instructions.

Is Chicken Piccata Soup Dairy Free?

Yes, this chicken piccata soup recipe is completely dairy-free on its own, assuming that no dairy-based ingredients are added. The original recipe that I provided above doesn’t call for any dairy, so it remains free from milk, butter, cheese, or cream.

But if you use parmesan cheese for serving purposes, then it’s not going to be dairy-free.

Can I skip the capers?

Yes, you can skip the capers, but they do contribute a key flavor element to the soup that is non-negotiable. Capers add a tangy, briny, and slightly lemony flavor, which balances the richness of the broth and chicken.

But if you want to substitute it, then you can use olives or lemon zest to compensate for the flavor that capers provide originally. But remember, it won’t replace them completely; it would just make things up a bit.

How can I make the broth richer?

There are a lot of ways to make the broth richer. First off, stop using store-bought chicken broth; make it of your own. Homemade broth is richer and more flavorful than store-bought broth. Also, add more chicken to the broth. More chicken meat, such as additional thighs, will infuse the broth with more flavor. You could even cook the chicken directly in the broth for a longer time to extract even more taste.

You can add a splash of white wine to the broth. A splash of dry white wine can elevate the broth with additional depth and complexity. If you add, let it simmer to cook off the alcohol and enhance the richness. You can also add a splash of heavy cream to give the broth a creamy, velvety texture.

Moreover, this is completely optional, and if you try to make the broth richer, do it carefully, not to overpower the flavors and ruin the dish.

Other Delicious Chicken Soups

If you like this recipe, then you’ve got to like these ones below as well:

1. Carrabba’s Spicy Chicken Soup Recipe
2. Butter Chicken Soup Recipe
3. On The Border chicken tortilla soup recipe
4. Chicken noodle soup in a jar recipe

Also, if you like Italian dishes, you could try my Cafe Rio chicken tortilla soup recipe.

Final Words

Now you know how to cook this chicken piccata soup recipe like a pro chef. Follow all the tips, suggestions mentioned here and you will see that no one will be calling you a noob (even if you are entering kitchen for the first time). If you have cooked this recipe, tell me how it was in the comments. Also, if you have tried something or have some suggestions, don’t forget to tell me. I have provided the recipe card, a printable version of this recipe, below for convenience.

For today, Thanks for reading and Happy cooking!

Recipe Card