Description
Indulge in the creamy and savory goodness of Marry Me Chicken Soup. This heartwarming soup is perfect for a cozy night in or a romantic dinner. Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach come together in a rich and flavorful broth that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Soup:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped, oil-packed and drained)
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add onion, cook until softened. Stir in garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook Chicken: Add chicken and broth, simmer until cooked. Shred chicken and return to the pot.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, and cream. Simmer until pasta is tender.
- Finish Soup: Add spinach, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Garnish with herbs and serve.
Notes
- You can swap heavy cream for half-and-half or use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
