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Marry Me Chicken Soup – A Hug in a Bowl Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Soup – A Hug in a Bowl Recipe

4.9 from 7 reviews

Marry Me Chicken Soup is a comforting and creamy soup that is sure to warm your soul. Loaded with flavorful ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, chicken, and cream cheese, this soup is like a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

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Sun-Dried Tomatoes:

  • 1/2 cup julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil with herbs)

Aromatics:

  • 1 tbsp oil from sun-dried tomato jar
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Broth & Cream Mixture:

  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 32 oz (2 packages) chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 tsp fresh basil (plus more for garnish)
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper (adjust to taste)

Additional Ingredients:

  • 8 oz uncooked medium shell pasta
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 oz Parmesan cheese, finely shredded (plus more for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of sun-dried tomato oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Build the Base: Stir in tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the tomato paste deepens in color.
  3. Simmer the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, cream, basil, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it simmer for 12 minutes.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Add the pasta, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
  5. Make It Creamy & Delicious: Lower the heat to low, then stir in spinach, shredded chicken, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Stir often for 5 minutes until the cheeses melt and the chicken is warmed through.
  6. Serve & Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, garnish with extra Parmesan, fresh basil, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a fresh green salad on the side.

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Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Soup, Chicken Soup, Creamy Soup, Comfort Food