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Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

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This Marry Me Chicken Soup recipe is a comforting and creamy dish packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, pasta, and a touch of Parmesan cheese. The soup is flavored with Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic, then finished with fresh spinach and heavy cream for richness. It’s perfect for an impressive yet easy weeknight meal that warms the soul.

Ingredients

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Protein and Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1–1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces (1 1/2 pounds recommended)
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning (divided)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables and Flavorings

  • 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

Thickening and Broth

  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional, see notes)
  • 6–8 cups chicken broth (start with 6 cups recommended)

Pasta and Dairy

  • 6 oz pasta (Italian small shells recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2–1 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese

Greens

  • 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken along with 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onions, carrots, celery, sun-dried tomatoes, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Flour and Tomato Paste: Sprinkle flour evenly over the vegetables, stirring well to combine. Add the flour gradually to prevent the mixture from drying out. If using tomato paste, stir it in at this point.
  4. Deglaze and Add Broth: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Use your spoon to deglaze the bottom of the pot, scraping up any browned bits for extra flavor.
  5. Simmer Soup with Pasta: Bring the soup to a rolling boil. Add the pasta, plus 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Cover with a lid and reduce heat to low. Let the soup simmer gently for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the pasta is al dente. Alternatively, cook pasta separately and add later.
  6. Finish with Cream, Cheese, and Spinach: Remove the lid and stir in the heavy whipping cream, fresh spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue to simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld and the spinach wilt.
  7. Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, or additional Italian seasoning as desired before serving hot.

Notes

  • If you prefer a thicker soup, use the full 1/4 cup of flour and add the optional tomato paste for extra richness and depth of flavor.
  • The recommended chicken broth amount can be adjusted depending on desired soup consistency; start with 6 cups and add more if you want a soupier texture.
  • Boiling the pasta separately can prevent it from absorbing too much broth and becoming mushy, especially if you plan to store leftovers.
  • Parmesan cheese can be adjusted between 1/2 to 1 cup depending on your preference for cheesiness and saltiness.
  • Fresh spinach can be substituted with kale or other leafy greens if preferred.

Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Italian Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Soup Recipe, Chicken and Pasta Soup

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