Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, gnocchi, and spinach in a flavorful tomato and Parmesan broth. This hearty soup is perfect for a cozy meal and is quick to make on the stovetop.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 Tbsp oil from sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 onion (1½ cup, 270g, diced)
- 1 Tbsp garlic (minced)
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (35g, chopped)
- 6 cups chicken broth (48 oz.)
Chicken and Gnocchi
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 16 oz. gnocchi (shelf stable)
Finishing Touches
- ¾ cup half-and-half (6 oz.)
- ⅓ cup Parmesan (grated, 30g)
- 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry, 30g)
Instructions
- Heat Aromatics: Heat the sun-dried tomato oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add Seasonings and Tomatoes: Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the tomato paste darkens and caramelizes, coating all ingredients.
- Add Chicken and Broth: Nestle the whole chicken breasts into the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low to simmer.
- Simmer Chicken: Let the chicken simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F, ensuring it is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot carefully. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return the shredded chicken back into the pot.
- Cook Gnocchi: Stir in the gnocchi and cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes, or until the gnocchi float to the surface and are tender to the bite.
- Add Cream and Greens: Stir in the half-and-half, grated Parmesan, and thawed and squeezed-dry spinach. Heat the soup through gently without allowing it to boil to prevent curdling.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or pepper. Serve hot, optionally topped with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh basil for added flavor and garnish.
Notes
- This soup is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute half-and-half with coconut milk and omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Use fresh basil as a garnish to add a bright, herbal note.
- Make sure to squeeze the spinach dry to prevent excess water from thinning the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Soup, creamy chicken soup, chicken gnocchi soup, sun-dried tomato soup, easy soup recipe
