Description
Creamy Marry Me Tuscan Chicken Soup is a delightful blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a luxurious cream sauce that creates a heartwarming dish perfect for any occasion. This comforting soup is rich and flavorful, making it a favorite for family dinners or cozy weeknight meals. With the added goodness of pasta and spinach, every spoonful offers a satisfying experience that promises to win over even the toughest critics at your dinner table. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this recipe is versatile enough to accommodate various ingredients you may have on hand. Whether served with crusty bread or garnished with fresh herbs, this creamy Tuscan soup is sure to become a go-to comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1–1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced into 1 inch pieces
- 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 (Italian small shells)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated parmesan reggiano cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Add onions, carrots, celery, sundried tomatoes, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well; if using tomato paste, add it now.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta and simmer covered for 20 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg