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Escarole and Parmesan Soup With Chicken Meatballs Recipe

Escarole and Parmesan Soup With Chicken Meatballs Recipe
  • Category

    Soups and Stews

  • Cusine

    American

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large onion, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

1 head escarole, chopped

6 cups chicken broth

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for garnish

For the Chicken Meatballs:

1 pound ground chicken

1/4 cup breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

1 egg, lightly beaten

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add escarole, onion, celery, carrot, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened but not browned, about 15 minutes. Add chicken stock, bay leaf, and Parmesan rind. Bring to a boil, reduce to a bare simmer, and cook until vegetables are fully softened and flavors are developed, about 45 minutes.