Description
Get ready to savor the comforting richness of Marry Me Chicken Soup (Tuscan Style). This delightful one-pot dish features tender chicken, a medley of hearty vegetables, and a velvety creamy sauce that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this soup is not only easy to make but also family-friendly—sure to impress everyone at your table. Pack it with flavor and warmth in every spoonful, making it the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1–1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz small pasta (like shells)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Stir in onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and sundried tomatoes; sauté until vegetables are translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well. Gradually whisk in chicken broth while deglazing the pot.
- Boil and add pasta along with remaining seasoning; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in cream and fresh spinach; let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using rotisserie chicken or experiment with different vegetables based on what's in season. To prevent mushy pasta, cook it separately if desired and add just before serving.