Description
Creamy Marry Me Tuscan Chicken Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a luscious cream sauce, making it the ultimate comfort food. This delightful soup features rich Tuscan flavors with Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. Perfect for cozy evenings or busy weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to impress family and friends. Serve it with crusty bread or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an unforgettable dining experience.
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 sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional)
- 6–8 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz pasta (small shells recommended)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2–1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 1/2–3 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (4–5 minutes).
- Add onions, carrots, celery, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic; sauté until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well to combine. If using tomato paste, add it now.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps; deglaze the pan.
- Bring to a boil; add pasta along with another teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Cover and simmer on low for 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, spinach, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg