Description
This Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup is a rich and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy night in. With tender shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a creamy broth, this soup is sure to win your heart.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped, oil-packed and drained)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach (roughly chopped)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil and butter in a soup pot. Sauté onions until softened. Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Cream: Stir in tomato paste, then pour in chicken broth. Simmer, then add heavy cream and shredded chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Finish Soup: Stir in Parmesan and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts and soup is creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with basil or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream or blend a portion of the soup for a thicker texture.
- Serve with crusty bread or over cooked pasta or rice for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
