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Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup

Fall in love with the rich, creamy comfort of Marry Me Chicken Soup — a heartwarming blend of tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian herbs simmered in a velvety broth. This recipe brings romance and flavor to your table, making it one of the best fall soup recipes and winter soup recipes for cozy nights. Perfectly creamy, perfectly comforting — this chicken soup idea will win everyone over at first bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (or shredded rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the chicken:
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and shred once cooled slightly.
  3. Sauté the aromatics:
  4. In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning.
  5. Make the base:
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth.
  7. Add the chicken:
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Simmer on low for 15–20 minutes to blend the flavors.
  9. Finish with greens:
  10. Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt for 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
  11. Serve:
  12. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with fresh basil or parsley, and enjoy this creamy, comforting Marry Me Chicken Soup.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick, flavor-packed shortcut.
  • Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free twist.
  • Add small pasta, gnocchi, or rice to make it extra hearty.
  • For a crockpot version, cook all ingredients (except cream and spinach) on Low for 4–5 hours, then add cream and spinach before serving.
  • Garnish with extra Parmesan or a drizzle of olive oil for restaurant-style flavor.