Italian Chicken and Vegetable Soup

"Hearty and heart warming this traditional Italian soup is sure to please."

Make 6 to 8 servings.

Ingredients :

• 2 tablespoon olive oil 
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1 3/4 pound)
• 1 small onion, chopped 
• 1 cup sliced carrots (about 3 small) 
• 2 1/2 cup sliced zucchini (about 2 medium) 
• 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano 
• 2 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth 
• Grated Parmesan, optional

Directions :

1. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add onion and carrot, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in zucchini, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Top each serving with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.