Cozy Italian Chicken Sausage and Potato Soup
This Cozy Italian Sausage and Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly days. With its creamy broth, tender potatoes, and healthy greens, it’s a meal that warms both the heart and the soul. Made with flavorful chicken sausage instead of pork, this hearty soup is quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners or gatherings. In just 40 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious bowl that’s packed with nutrition and flavor. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or greens for a personal touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed, for sautéing)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the chicken sausage until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add diced onion; sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and chopped kale or spinach; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until greens are wilted.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg