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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

A luxurious fusion soup featuring sundried tomatoes, parmesan, and heavy cream simmered with tender chicken and pasta shells.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Soup, Soups & Stews
Cuisine: American, American-Italian Fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 680 g chicken breast or thighs, diced
  • 1.5 - 2 litres chicken broth
  • 170 g Italian small pasta shells
  • 240 ml heavy whipping cream
  • 50 g grated Parmesan Reggiano
  • 40 g sundried tomatoes diced
  • 75 g fresh spinach
  • 65 g each: carrots celery, onions (diced)
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 30 g flour
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Large Soup Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Whisk
  • Chef’s Knife & Chopping Board
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula

Method
 

  1. Brown: Sauté chicken in oil with half the seasoning, salt, and pepper for 5 minutes.
  2. Aromatics: Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and sundried tomatoes; cook 4 minutes.
  3. Thicken: Stir in flour (and tomato paste if using) for 1 minute.
  4. Liquid: Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Pasta: Add shells and remaining seasoning. Cover and simmer on low for 20 minutes.
  6. Finish: Stir in cream, spinach, and Parmesan. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve: Adjust seasoning and enjoy immediately.

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Notes

Technical Notes & Troubleshooting

  • Consistency Control: Start with 1.5 litres of broth. If you prefer a thinner, more "drinkable" soup, gradually whisk in the remaining 500 ml until you reach your desired texture.
  • Dairy Choice: For the most luxurious mouthfeel, stick with heavy whipping cream. If you substitute with milk or half-and-half, add it at the very end and do not let the soup reach a rolling boil, or it may curdle.
  • Veggie Sizing: Try to dice your carrots, celery, and onions to a similar size as your pasta shells. This ensures every spoonful has a bit of everything!
  • Sundried Tomatoes: If yours are packed in oil, you can use a teaspoon of that flavored oil instead of regular olive oil for browning the chicken to add even more depth.