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Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe
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A creamy, comforting Marry Me Chicken Soup that combines tender chicken, Italian herbs, fresh vegetables, pasta, and spinach in a savory broth enriched with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. This hearty soup is perfect for cozy dinners and is packed with flavors inspired by classic Italian cuisine.

Ingredients

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Protein and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 to 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • ½ cup diced carrots
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • ¼ cup diced sundried tomatoes
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Thickening and Flavor Enhancers

  • ¼ cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)

Liquids and Pasta

  • 6 to 8 cups chicken broth (recommend starting with 6 cups)
  • 6 oz Italian small shell pasta

Finishing Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ to 1 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese
  • 2 ½ to 3 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. Brown the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken along with 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook the chicken until browned on all sides, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and minced garlic. Cook the mixture until the vegetables become translucent and aromatic, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add Flour and Tomato Paste: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to combine. Add the flour gradually to avoid drying out the mixture. If using tomato paste, stir it in at this point to deepen the flavor.
  4. Incorporate Broth: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Make sure to scrape and deglaze the bottom of the pot with your spoon to lift any flavorful browned bits.
  5. Simmer with Pasta: Bring the soup to a rolling boil. Add the pasta along with the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, letting the soup simmer gently for about 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, and the pasta is al dente. Alternatively, cook pasta separately and add it just before serving.
  6. Finish Soup: Uncover the pot and stir in the heavy cream, fresh spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the spinach to wilt and the cheese to melt completely.
  7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning as needed before serving.

Notes

  • Start with 6 cups of chicken broth and add more as needed for desired soup consistency.
  • The tomato paste is optional but adds depth and richness to the soup.
  • You can substitute the chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier texture.
  • Cooking pasta separately can prevent it from becoming too soft or mushy in the soup.
  • This soup freezes well but may require fresh cheese and spinach to be added after reheating for best quality.

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Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Italian Chicken Soup, Comfort Soup, Chicken Pasta Soup

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