Marry Me Chicken Soup – A Hug in a Bowl
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Marry Me Chicken Soup – A Hug in a Bowl, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich, creamy broth. This soup is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy night at home or a family gathering. With its velvety texture and tantalizing flavors, it’s sure to warm your soul and impress your loved ones. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrition, this soup will quickly become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (julienne-cut, packed in oil with herbs)
- 1 tbsp oil from sun-dried tomato jar
- 1 ½ cups chopped yellow onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 32 oz chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 tsp fresh basil (plus more for garnish)
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 ½ tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper (or more if you like heat)
- 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 ½ oz Parmesan cheese, finely shredded (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in sun-dried tomato oil until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes; cook briefly.
- Add chicken broth, cream, seasonings; bring to a boil and simmer.
- Add uncooked pasta; cook until tender.
- Lower heat, stir in spinach, chicken, cream cheese, and Parmesan until melted.
- Serve hot with garnishes like fresh basil and extra Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg