Description
Prepare to be swept off your feet by the sheer deliciousness of Marry Me Chicken Soup. This creamy, flavor-packed soup is the stuff that dreams are made of. With its inviting blend of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and tender rotisserie chicken, it’s no wonder this recipe has earned the title “Marry Me” – it’s that good!
Ingredients
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomato jar
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 cup medium shell pasta
- 2 cup fresh baby spinach
- 2 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
- 4 ounce cream cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Begin by heating the sun-dried tomato oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until they’re fragrant and softened.
2. Stir in the tomato paste and let it cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tomato taste to deepen.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, fresh basil, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Add the uncooked medium shell pasta to the simmering soup and let it cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and fresh baby spinach, cooking just until the spinach wilts and the chicken is heated through.
6. Finally, add the cubed cream cheese and stir until it’s fully melted, creating a velvety, indulgent texture. Finish by stirring in the Parmesan cheese, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
7. Ladle the Marry Me Chicken Soup into bowls, garnishing with extra fresh basil and Parmesan cheese. Get ready to fall in love with every spoonful of this comforting, flavor-packed soup!
Notes
To ensure your Marry Me Chicken Soup turns out flawless, consider these helpful tips:
– If you can’t find sun-dried tomatoes, you can substitute with diced fresh tomatoes. For a dairy-free option, use a plant-based milk or cream alternative in place of the heavy cream.
– For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a splash of white wine or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the soup. You can also experiment with different herbs, such as thyme or oregano.
– Leftover Marry Me Chicken Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, simply warm it on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally until heated through.
– For a convenient meal, you can prepare the soup base (without the pasta) in advance, then simply reheat and add the pasta when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 90