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Marry Me Chicken Soup

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A rich and creamy chicken soup featuring tender chicken, gnocchi, and vibrant spinach, perfect for chilly days or heartwarming family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasonings
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 tsp Kosher salt, divided 1 tsp for seasoning chicken, 1/2 tsp for sautéing aromatics
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Base and Broth
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced
  • 2 sticks celery, finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 Parmesan rind (optional)
Pasta and Cream
  • 16 oz dried potato gnocchi (or small pasta, like orecchiette)
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream (up to 1 cup for extra creaminess)
Fresh Ingredients
  • 5 oz fresh baby spinach Use more if desired
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan, grated For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, season your cubed chicken with 1 tsp of Kosher salt, 1 tsp dried oregano, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Toss well to coat.
Cooking
  1. Heat 2 Tbsp of olive oil and 2 Tbsp of butter in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and chopped celery. Season with ½ tsp Kosher salt and cook, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and tomato paste; break up the paste with your spatula to help it dissolve.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth, 2 Tbsp of pesto, and add a Parmesan rind if you’re using one. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the pot, along with any juices, then stir in the gnocchi. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the gnocchi float to the top and are tender.
  5. Stir in ½ cup heavy cream (up to 1 cup for extra creaminess), fresh baby spinach, and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Taste, adjusting seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
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