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Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup: Comfort in Every Creamy Spoonful

Marry Me Chicken Soup is a comforting dish filled with a creamy broth, savory rotisserie chicken, and rich flavors, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for extra taste
  • 1 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomato jar enhances flavor when sautéing
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced fresh is best, can use garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste can be substituted with roasted red pepper paste
  • 6 cups chicken broth low-sodium options can be used
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning can replace with oregano or thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder optional based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper adjust to taste or omit
For the Pasta and Greens
  • 1 cup medium shell pasta, uncooked substitutes like orecchiette can be used
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
For the Protein and Creaminess
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken can use cooked chicken breast or turkey
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese can use Pecorino Romano

Equipment

  • large Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Marry Me Chicken Soup
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of oil from the sun-dried tomato jar over medium heat. Add 1 chopped yellow onion and 2 cloves of minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  2. Next, stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for about 2 minutes until everything combines.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth, along with 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 12 minutes.
  4. Add 1 cup of uncooked medium shell pasta to the simmering broth and stir. Cook the pasta for an additional 12 minutes until it's al dente.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in 2 cups of fresh baby spinach, 2 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken, 4 ounces of cubed cream cheese, and ½ cup of finely shredded Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheeses melt and mixture is creamy, about 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnishing with additional Parmesan and fresh basil to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months in airtight containers.

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