Description
Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luscious cream sauce to create an irresistible meal. Perfect for chilly evenings or quick weeknight dinners, this soup brings comfort in every bowl. With its rich flavors and hearty ingredients, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, it’s a versatile recipe that can be easily adapted to suit your taste preferences or ingredient availability. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with crusty bread, this creamy soup will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 – 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (Diced into 1 inch pieces)
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning (Divided)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced sundried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves (Minced)
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (Optional)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned (4-5 minutes).
- Add diced onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Gradually sprinkle in flour while stirring to combine. If using tomato paste, add it now.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a boil, then add pasta and seasonings. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and pasta is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg