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Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup: Comfort in Every Cozy Spoonful

Marry Me Chicken Soup is a one-pot wonder that combines tender chicken, sundried tomatoes, and spices for a cozy and soulful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for more flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can swap with more olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 small Onion (Yellow or White), diced choose yellow for a mild flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) fresh garlic gives the best result
  • ½ cup Sundried Tomatoes (Chopped) use those packed in oil for extra moisture
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste intensifies the tomato flavor
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes adjust for preference or skip for a mild soup
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock low-sodium for controlling salt levels
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme provides an earthy herbal note
  • to taste Salt be mindful of how salty your chicken stock is
  • to taste Pepper
For the Texture
  • 1 cup Farfalle Pasta or any similar medium pasta shape
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach kale or swiss chard are suitable alternatives
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for a lighter touch
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (Shredded) nutritional yeast is a great dairy-free substitute
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil (Whole or Chopped) parsley can be used if basil is not available

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring enough water to cover the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 15-20 minutes, then shred it and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add 1 small diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for about 30 seconds. Then, add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and ½ cup of chopped sundried tomatoes. Sprinkle in a pinch of red pepper flakes and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock, bring to a boil, then season with 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Decrease heat to medium-low to maintain a simmer.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of farfalle pasta and cook for 6-8 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally.
  6. Gently fold in the shredded chicken, 2 cups of fresh baby spinach, 1 cup of heavy cream, and ½ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese. Stir until the spinach wilts.
  7. Finally, stir in ¼ cup of fresh chopped basil, adjusting seasoning if necessary, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for elevated flavors and adjust seasoning to your taste during cooking. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days.

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