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Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup (Cozy Protein-Packed Comfort in a Bowl)

This cozy Marry Me Chicken Soup is packed with protein, veggies, and tender chicken in a light, creamy broth with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s nourishing, cozy, and perfect for fall and winter.
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Recipe Type: Dinner
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • Salt pepper, garlic powder — to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp oil from sun-dried tomato jar
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 shallots, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 –5 cups chicken bone broth
  • 8 oz pasta shells or any small shape
  • ½ cup coconut milk or heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups spinach

Instructions

Cooking Instructions (Stovetop Method)

  • Sear the Chicken:Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sear on each side for 3 minutes — not fully cooked — then remove and set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics:Add another tbsp of olive oil and 1 tsp of sun-dried tomato oil. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, shallots, and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the Tomato Paste:Stir in the 3 tbsp of tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes until it deepens in color and becomes slightly caramelized.
  • Build the Broth:Pour in the chicken bone broth and return the chicken to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Cook the Pasta:Add pasta directly into the pot and cook for 12–15 minutes or until al dente.
  • Shred the Chicken:Remove chicken, shred using a stand mixer or two forks, then add back to the pot.
  • Finish the Soup:Stir in spinach, coconut milk, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer on low for 2–3 minutes until spinach is wilted and everything is creamy and well combined.
  • Serve:Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley on top.

Crock Pot Instructions

  • Add all ingredients except tomato paste, pasta, spinach, coconut milk, and Parmesan to the crock pot.
  • In a small skillet, sauté shallots, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste in a drizzle of olive oil for 3–4 minutes, then add to the slow cooker.
  • Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
  • Remove chicken, shred it, then stir it back in.
  • Add pasta, spinach, coconut milk, and Parmesan. Cook on HIGH for another 20–25 minutes until pasta is tender and spinach is wilted.
  • Stir, taste, and serve warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 16g | Fiber: 3g