Description

This Marry Me Chicken Soup combines tender chicken, creamy richness, pasta, and aromatic vegetables into a hearty fall soup that’s both comforting and nutritious. A 45-minute recipe that feels like a restaurant-quality meal perfect for cozy evenings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 teaspoon olive oil
1–1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (divided)
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced onions
¼ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
3 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
6–8 cups chicken broth
6 oz small pasta (shells, ditalini, or orzo)
1 cup heavy cream
½–1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2½–3 cups fresh spinach

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add chicken, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, 4-5 minutes.
Add onions, carrots, celery, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic. Sauté 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
Sprinkle in flour and stir to coat. Add tomato paste if using.
Gradually whisk in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
Bring to boil. Add pasta and remaining Italian seasoning. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes until chicken is tender and pasta al dente.
Stir in cream, spinach, and Parmesan. Simmer 5 minutes until creamy and well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

Cook pasta separately if planning to freeze or store leftovers to prevent mushiness. Add spinach at the very end to preserve freshness and texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 285
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: marry me chicken soup, fall soup, creamy chicken soup, comfort food