Go Back
–+ servings
Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup: A Cozy Bowl of Love and Flavor

Experience the heartwarming flavors of Marry Me Chicken Soup, a perfect dish for cozy nights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil adds richness and enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon butter contributes a creamy texture
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste deepens flavor
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
For the Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
For the Liquid
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine for deglazing
  • 4 cups chicken broth the heart of the soup
For the Heartiness
  • 2 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 1.5 cups rotini or fusilli pasta uncooked
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
For the Greens
  • 2-3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil torn or sliced
For Finishing Touches
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large soup pot
  • stirring spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 chopped medium onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
  3. Stir in 4 minced cloves of garlic, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and ½ cup of sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. Add ½ teaspoon each of Italian seasoning and dried oregano, plus ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine, scrape the bottom of the pot, and let bubble for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Toss in 1.5 cups of uncooked pasta, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  8. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 cups of shredded chicken, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes.
  9. Turn off heat, stir in 2-3 cups of fresh spinach and ½ cup of basil, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  10. Mix in ½ cup of Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 29gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 790mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For the best taste, enjoy fresh but leftovers are still comforting.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!