Marry Me Chicken Soup
A delightful and creamy chicken soup with tomatoes and pasta, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth Homemade for added flavor if possible.
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Can substitute with rotisserie chicken.
- 3/4 cup ditalini pasta Can use other short pasta.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can replace with coconut cream for dairy-free version.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a dairy-free substitute.
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for additional heat.
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar Can substitute with grape juice.
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add tomato paste and let it caramelize for 1 minute.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a pinch of sugar.
Cooking
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add shredded chicken and let it soak in the broth for 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in ditalini pasta and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add spinach, red pepper flakes, and vinegar. Simmer for 2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with basil or parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth. Customize with additional vegetables like carrots or bell peppers, and swap chicken for turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.