Pepperoni Pizza Soup: Hearty & Spicy Comfort in a Bowl 🍕🥣
Chunky Pizza Soup 🍕🥣
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This Chunky Pizza Soup is a cherished recipe in my family, especially during the colder months! Inspired by the flavors of pizza, it’s hearty, comforting, and a perfect warmer after a day spent in the snow ❄️. The secret to its spiciness? The pepperoni! The hotter the pepperoni, the spicier the soup becomes. I stumbled upon this gem of a recipe in a Canadian Living magazine about 14 years ago, and it’s been a favorite ever since. With simple ingredients and easy steps, it’s perfect for beginner cooks and makes for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 onion
- 1 green pepper
- 1/2 cup tomatoes
- 1/4 cup basil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Garlic bread (for serving)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir-fry the chopped onion, green pepper, and mushrooms until soft, but not browned. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes. |
| 2 | Add in the diced tomatoes, chicken or vegetable stock, pepperoni slices, and basil. Allow the soup to simmer until heated through, about 8-10 minutes. The aroma will start to fill your kitchen! |
| 3 | While the soup is simmering, preheat your oven’s broiler. |
| 4 | Ladle the hot soup into four oven-proof bowls, making sure to distribute the chunky goodness evenly. |
| 5 | Sprinkle each bowl generously with mozzarella cheese. |
| 6 | Place the bowls under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, giving it that irresistible golden brown color. This usually takes 2-3 minutes, so keep an eye on it! |
| 7 | Carefully remove the bowls from the oven (they’ll be hot!) and serve immediately. |
| 8 | Don’t forget to pair this delicious Chunky Pizza Soup with some warm garlic bread for dipping and savoring every last drop of goodness. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 165.4
- Fat: 10.2g
- Saturated Fat: 4.3g
- Cholesterol: 22.1mg
- Sodium: 382.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 6.7g
- Protein: 9.2g
Whether you’re a soup enthusiast, a pizza lover, or simply seeking a comforting meal to warm you up, this Chunky Pizza Soup is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. Easy to make, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to satisfy your cravings, it’s a winner every time! Enjoy 🍲🧀🥖!
