Marry Me Chicken Soup
A rich and creamy soup featuring hearty chicken, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh vegetables, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon oil from the sun-dried tomato jar Divided
- 1.5 cups chopped yellow onion
- 4 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 4 teaspoons)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 64 ounces chicken broth 2 packages of 32 ounces each
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 teaspoons chopped fresh basil Plus more for garnish, optional
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1.5 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper Plus more for garnish
For the Pasta and Greens
- 8 ounces uncooked medium shell pasta
- 3 cups roughly chopped fresh baby spinach
For the Protein and Cheese
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese Cubed, at room temperature
- 1.5 ounces Parmesan cheese Finely shredded plus more for garnish
For Serving
- Fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese For garnish
- Crushed red pepper flakes Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear your counter and gather all your ingredients.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil from the sun-dried tomato jar in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Building the Flavor
- Add the tomato paste and drained sun-dried tomatoes to the pot and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring in fresh basil, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper.
- Increase the heat and bring to a gentle boil, simmering for about 12 minutes.
Cooking the Pasta
- Introduce the uncooked medium shell pasta to the soup and reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Cook until the pasta is al dente, about 12 minutes.
Final Touches
- Stir in chopped spinach, shredded chicken, cubed cream cheese, and finely shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Continue to stir frequently for about 5 minutes until the cheeses are melted and well combined.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and crushed red pepper if desired.
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Notes
Cook the pasta separately to avoid mushiness. Soups often taste better the next day. Adjust spice levels according to preference. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.