Marry Me Chicken Soup

This Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy, flavorful soup made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan cheese and fresh spinach in a savory broth. With a creamy tomato broth and pasta, it's the perfect bowl of comfort for any cozy night.

Inspired by the viral marry me chicken recipe, this soup version is hearty, creamy and irresistibly good. Perfect for family dinners, chilly evenings or meal prep, it's a complete meal in soup.

We are big fans of soup season around here. Enjoy some of our favorite soups: Pumpkin Carrot Soup and our Roasted Butternut Squash.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Creamy Broth: Heavy cream and parmesan cheese make a silky, flavorful soup base.
• Comforting Flavors: Sundried tomatoes, garlic and spinach bring the best flavor combo.
• One-Pot Ease: Everything simmers together in a large pot for minimal cleanup.
• Whole Family Favorite: A cozy chicken dish that appeals to kids and adults alike.
• Perfect Leftovers: Store in an airtight container for a quick lunch the next day.

Ingredients

This delicious soup recipe uses simple ingredients with big flavor.

See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

• Sun-Dried Tomatoes + Oil: Infuses the base of the soup with rich flavor.
• Chicken Stock + Water: Create a savory broth for the pasta to simmer in.
• Shredded Chicken: Store-bought rotisserie chicken works well, alternatively, use boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs and cut into bite-sized pieces.
• Fresh Spinach: Wilts into the soup for freshness and color.
• Heavy Cream: Makes the creamy broth silky and indulgent.
• Parmesan Cheese: Melts into the broth for richness.

For this one-pot recipe, you'll want to have a large soup pot, spatula and measuring cups and spoons.

Variations

• Sun-Dried Tomato Variation: If you only have dried, use unsalted butter to cook onions.
• Protein Options: Use skinless chicken thighs for a richer flavor or leftover rotisserie chicken.
• Different Pasta Shape: Many varieties work, our favorites are pasta shells, orecchiette or even bow-tie, though it may affect the cooking times.
• Greens Swap: Substitute kale or arugula for spinach if that's what you have on hand.
• Spices: Mix in garlic powder, Italian seasoning or dried basil for extra depth.

How to Make Marry Me Chicken Soup

This soup comes together in one large vessel with simple steps and everyday ingredients.

In a large stockpot over medium heat add sun-dried tomato oil, then cook onion until softened.

Add garlic, sea salt and pepper and cook until fragrant.

Then cook tomato paste for about 1 minute.

Pour in the chicken stock and water and bring to a boil.

Place the uncooked pasta in the pot and stir to ensure it does not stick. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook until al dente.

Shut off the heat and stir in chicken, spinach, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan. Allow the spinach to wilt and serve immediately. 

Add additional parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to taste or as garnishes.

Hint: The pasta will keep absorbing liquid, be sure to stop at al dente.

Recipe Tips

• Use a Large Dutch Oven: A wide base helps the pasta cook evenly.
• Freshly Grate Parmesan: Melts smoother than pre-shredded cheese.
• Taste Before Serving: Adjust salt, black pepper or red pepper flakes to balance the flavor to your taste.
• Serve Immediately: For tender noodles and creamy broth, enjoy right away.

If you love sun-dried tomatoes, you have to try our Marry Me Chicken Pasta.

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerator: Store cooled soup in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
• Freezer: Place in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months; note the pasta texture may change slightly.
• Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth if the soup thickens.

Serving Instructions

• Lighter Sides: Cheesy Garlic Bread, Roasted Carrots, Green Beans and Shallots or dinner rolls.
• More Soups: Crockpot Split Pea and Ham, Coconut Curry Chicken Soup, Zuppa Toscana Soup and Turkey and Veg Soup.

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