Description
Indulge in a bowl of Creamy Marry Me Tuscan Chicken Soup, a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. This comforting soup is perfect for cozy nights or weeknight dinners and promises to warm your heart with every spoonful. Flavored with Italian seasonings, garlic, and fresh spinach, it’s easy to prepare and versatile enough to be enjoyed as a stand-alone meal or alongside crusty bread. Whether you’re feeding a family or impressing guests, this delightful soup is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1–1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced sundried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Sauté onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and garlic until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture; stir well. Add tomato paste if desired.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta and simmer with lid on for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and pasta is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg