Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

This comforting and flavorful soup is packed with sun-dried tomatoes, tender chicken, and creamy Parmesan, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.

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Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings:

Notes

Ingredients

2 tbsp oil from oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
6 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes with herbs, drained and chopped
3 tbsp tomato paste
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
8 oz small pasta shells (about 2 cups)
1 (5 oz) package baby spinach, chopped
2 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 8 oz)
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, cubed and softened
½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tomato Base

Heat the sun-dried tomato oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking for another 2 minutes until the tomato paste deepens in color.

2. Build the Flavor

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Let it simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, to develop the flavors.

3. Cook the Pasta

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the pasta shells. Cook until al dente, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.

4. Finish the Soup

Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the chopped spinach, shredded chicken, cubed cream cheese, Parmesan, and fresh basil (if using). Let it sit for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese melts and the chicken is heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.

5. Serve and Enjoy

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.

Storage Tip: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The pasta may absorb more broth over time but will remain delicious.

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