Italian Style Chicken Noodle Soup
"An Italian themed chicken noodle soup with tomatoes, Italian herbs, and parmesan...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon oil
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1 cup onion, diced
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1 cup carrots, diced
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1 cup celery, diced
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1 cup red bell pepper, diced
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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2 teaspoons oregano
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1/2 teaspoon thyme
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6 cups chicken broth
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1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (optional)
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1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs*
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8 ounces of pasta (such as ditalini or shells)
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1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated
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salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
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2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
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