Description
This Marry Me Chicken Soup is a rich, creamy, and comforting dish inspired by the viral chicken recipe. Loaded with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, spinach, and a parmesan cream broth, it’s the ultimate cozy soup.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken
- 1.5 cups uncooked rotini or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- 2–3 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, torn
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add Italian seasoning, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
- Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add pasta and cook until al dente.
- Stir in cooked chicken, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Finish with fresh basil, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overcook pasta to keep texture perfect.
- For thicker soup, reduce broth slightly or add more parmesan.
- Great for leftovers, but pasta may absorb broth over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American