Description
This Creamy Marry Me Tuscan Chicken Soup takes the beloved flavors of the classic Marry Me Chicken and transforms them into a cozy, rich, and comforting soup. Loaded with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan, and Italian herbs — it’s a perfect bowl of creamy goodness for any night.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1–1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 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 flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth (start with 6 cups, see notes)
- 6 oz pasta (Italian small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½–1 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese
- 2½–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add carrots, celery, and onions. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, cooking another minute until fragrant.
- Add Flour & Broth: Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and tomato paste (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Simmer & Add Pasta: Bring to a boil, then add pasta. Cook until pasta is tender, about 8–10 minutes.
- Make It Creamy: Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Add the cooked chicken back into the pot.
- Add Spinach & Serve: Stir in spinach until wilted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve warm with extra Parmesan on top.
Notes
- Broth: Start with 6 cups and add more later if you prefer a thinner soup.
- Tomato Paste: Adds a richer, deeper flavor and color — totally optional but recommended.
- Cheese: Use freshly grated Parmesan Reggiano for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Pairs perfectly with crusty bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American