Description
Get ready to indulge in the heartwarming delight of Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup. This soul-soothing dish is a perfect blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luscious creamy sauce that will surely impress your family and friends. Ideal for cozy dinners or casual gatherings, each spoonful is filled with rich flavors and comforting warmth. With its easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, this soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings loved ones together around the table.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 – 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (diced)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced sundried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
- 6 – 8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 – 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 1/2 – 3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Add onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well. If using tomato paste, add it now and mix thoroughly.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta along with remaining seasoning. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional five minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg