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Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

This soul-warming Marry Me Chicken Soup blends sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and tender chicken in a creamy broth loaded with pasta and spinach. Rich with Parmesan and cream cheese, it’s comforting, flavorful, and utterly irresistible—just one spoonful might win someone’s heart.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Ladle
  • Small bowl for mixing seasoning
  • Tongs
  • Soup bowls for serving

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp chili flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Warm the Pot
    Heat olive oil in a large pot until it begins to shimmer.
    Warm the Pot
  • Cook the Aromatics
    Sauté the onion and garlic until they soften and smell warm.
    Cook the Aromatics
  • Add the Carrots
    Stir in the carrots and let them cook for a couple of minutes.
  • Mix in the Chicken
    Add the shredded chicken and let it warm through.
    Mix in the Chicken
  • Pour in the Broth
    Add the chicken broth and give everything a gentle stir.
    Pour in the Broth
  • Add Seasonings
    Sprinkle in oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if I want a little heat.
  • Add the Sun-Dried Tomatoes
    They go in next, adding a bright and savory flavor.
    Add the Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • Let It Simmer
    Let the soup bubble softly until the carrots are tender.
    Let It Simmer
  • Stir in the Cream
    Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream so the broth turns silky.
    Stir in the Cream
  • Finish With Greens
    Add spinach or Parmesan if I’m using them and let the soup settle for a minute.
    Finish With Greens
  • Serving Step
    I ladle the soup into warm bowls and top each one with a little extra Parmesan or fresh parsley. A slice of toasted bread on the side makes it feel even cozier.
    Serving Step hot