– 1 tbsp olive oil – 1 small yellow onion, diced – 3 medium carrots, diced – 3 stalks celery, diced – 1 tsp salt – 1/2 tsp black pepper – 1 tsp Italian seasoning – 6 cups chicken stock – 1 1/2 cup cooked & shredded chicken – 1/2 cup uncooked pasta of choice, I used small shells – Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)