Description
All the creamy, dreamy flavors of Marry Me Chicken, now in a cozy, comforting soup. Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and pasta come together in a rich, velvety broth for a love-at-first-sip experience.
Ingredients
- Main Components:
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (julienne-cut, packed in oil with herbs)
- 1 tbsp oil from sun-dried tomato jar
- 1 ½ cups chopped yellow onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Flavor Boosters:
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 tsp fresh basil (plus more for garnish)
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 ½ tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper (or more to taste)
- The Good Stuff:
- 8 oz uncooked medium shell pasta
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed (room temperature)
- 1 ½ oz Parmesan cheese, finely shredded (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat 1 tbsp of sun-dried tomato oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Build the Base: Stir in tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the paste deepens in color.
- Simmer the Broth: Add chicken broth, cream, basil, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 12 minutes.
- Cook the Pasta: Add pasta, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Make It Creamy & Delicious: Lower the heat to low and stir in spinach, shredded chicken, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Stir often until melted and smooth.
- Serve & Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan, basil, and red pepper flakes. Serve with crusty bread or salad.
Notes
- Control the Heat: Start with less crushed red pepper if you’re sensitive to spice.
- Cream Cheese Hack: Room temperature cream cheese melts more smoothly — press against the pot sides if needed.
- Switch Up the Pasta: Try orecchiette, ditalini, or orzo for variety.
- Serving Ideas: Pair with garlic bread, salad, or white wine for the full experience.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth if thickened.
- Rich, creamy, and full of love — this Marry Me Chicken Soup might just win hearts at first taste!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Cuisine: American / Italian-inspired