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Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup: Cozy Comfort in Every Bowl

This Marry Me Chicken Soup is a cozy, hearty dish filled with rich flavors, ready in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta or other small pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-dried Tomato Oil substitute with olive oil if needed
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 medium Celery Stalks diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or substitute with fresh tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes or substitute with fresh cherry tomatoes
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken like rotisserie or leftover chicken
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese or vegan Parmesan
  • optional to taste Chopped Fresh Basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook a large pot of salted water until boiling, then add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté diced onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Incorporate tomato paste and butter into the aromatics, mixing for 1-2 minutes. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, add Italian seasoning, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Add the reserved pasta and mix gently.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking pasta; add fresh garlic for deeper flavor. Blend soup for creaminess and adjust liquid when reheating.

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