Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

A rich and creamy chicken soup with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and pasta.

By @cely.led

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomato jar
• 0.5 yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp oregano
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0 red pepper flakes
• 0 salt
• 1 cup dry pasta (small shells or ditalini)
• 2.5 cups pre-cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 0 extra Parmesan
• 0 fresh basil
• 0 toasted garlic bread

Instructions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter with the sun-dried tomato oil. Add diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes.
2. Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
3. Pour in chicken broth and add all seasonings. Bring to a gentle boil.
4. Add dry pasta and simmer for 8–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in pre-cooked chicken, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Gently heat for 3–5 minutes, until the chicken is heated through.
6. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Taste and adjust seasonings.
7. Serve with extra Parmesan, fresh basil, and toasted garlic bread!