Marry Me Chicken Soup
This Marry Me Chicken Soup transforms the flavors of the beloved viral Marry Me Chicken into a warm, comforting soup.
It’s creamy yet light, with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan, and tender chicken for a savory, satisfying meal.
With every spoonful, you’ll enjoy the richness of chicken broth balanced by the brightness of fresh spinach, while the addition of ditalini pasta adds a perfect touch of heartiness. It’s the ultimate soup to make your family swoon at the dinner table.
Key Ingredients for Marry Me Chicken Soup
- Rotisserie chicken – Shredded for convenience, this tender chicken adds depth to the soup with its juicy flavor.
- Sun-dried tomatoes – Packed with a punch of umami, these tomatoes provide a tangy, slightly sweet contrast to the creamy broth.
- Cream cheese – Creates a rich, velvety texture that gives the soup its irresistible creaminess.
- Parmesan – Adds a nutty, savory flavor that complements the other ingredients perfectly.
- Ditalini pasta – These small pasta shapes add just the right amount of bite to the soup, making it more substantial.
- Spinach – Fresh and vibrant, spinach brings a pop of color and a dose of nutrients.
- Garlic and onion – Infuse the soup with a fragrant, savory base that builds layers of flavor.
Simple Steps to Craft Your Marry Me Chicken Soup
Start by sautéing diced onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until softened. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, letting their flavors meld with the heat. Next, incorporate the bay leaf, ditalini pasta, and chicken stock. Bring everything to a boil, then simmer until the pasta is nearly done.
The creamy magic begins when you stir in cream cheese and half and half. As the cream cheese melts, the broth thickens to a luxurious consistency. Add shredded chicken, Parmesan, and spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts and the soup is fully warmed. Finish with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Tips for Perfecting Your Marry Me Chicken Soup
To enhance the soup’s flavor, use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes and freshly grated Parmesan. You can also swap out spinach for kale if you prefer a more robust green. For an extra kick, sprinkle a little more red chili flakes before serving. To lighten the soup, you can substitute half and half with milk or even a dairy-free alternative.
Storing and Reheating Leftovers
If you have any leftovers (though it’s unlikely!), store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. The pasta may absorb more of the broth, so you can add a bit of extra chicken stock when reheating. Reheat on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through.
Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe
Zutaten
- ¾ cup 125 g ditalini pasta
- ½ cup 125 ml half and half, single cream
- ½ cup 125 g low-fat cream cheese
- 6 cups 1.5 l chicken stock
- 2 large garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2-3 celery stalks diced
- 1 medium carrot diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cups 60 g fresh baby spinach or kale
- ⅓ cup 30 g Parmesan, grated
- A pinch of red chili flakes
- ½ cup 50 g sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 2 cups 300 g rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Anleitungen
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion, carrot, and celery for about 5 minutes until they soften.
- Add the garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and red chili flakes, cooking for another minute to release their flavors.
- Incorporate the bay leaf, ditalini pasta, and chicken stock into the mixture. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is nearly cooked through.
- Stir in the cream cheese and half and half, letting the soup simmer until the cream cheese has fully melted and the broth begins to thicken slightly.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, grated Parmesan, and fresh spinach. Stir everything together and cover the pot, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts and the chicken is warmed through.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan.