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Easy Creamy Chicken Soup

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Whipped up this chicken soup last night when my friend stopped by unexpected. Had most stuff in the kitchen already. The sun dried tomatoes and cream make it taste really special. Threw in some spinach at the end cause it needed some green. My friend thinks I spent hours on it but it was really quick. Perfect for cold nights when you want real food but dont wanna work too hard.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:11:23 GMT
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Mix chicken, creamy Parmesan sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and pasta in this warm soup. Perfect for cold nights.

Why Make This Soup

Takes just 45 minutes in one pot. Rich taste from sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan. Good for dinner or sharing with friends.

Ingredients

  • Chicken: Breasts or thighs, cut up
  • Salt: For taste
  • Butter: For cooking
  • Onion: Yellow, diced
  • Garlic: Fresh minced
  • Black Pepper: Fresh ground
  • Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Drained if in oil
  • Tomato Paste: For rich taste
  • Chicken Broth: Low salt kind
  • Thyme: Dried
  • Red Pepper: Optional, for heat
  • Pasta Shells: Medium size
  • Spinach: Fresh baby leaves
  • Heavy Cream: Makes it rich
  • Parmesan: Fresh grated
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Instructions

Cut Chicken:
Make bite-size pieces. Add salt.
Cook Chicken:
Melt butter in pot. Brown chicken 4-6 minutes. Take out.
Cook Base:
Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper. Cook till soft.
Add Tomatoes:
Put in sun-dried tomatoes and paste. Cook 2-3 minutes.
Make Soup:
Add broth, thyme, red pepper. Boil.
Cook Pasta:
Add shells. Simmer 10-12 minutes.
Finish:
Put chicken back. Add spinach, cream, cheese. Heat through.

Why It's Good

Rich broth with tender chicken and soft pasta. Sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan make it taste special. Ready in under an hour.

Main Parts

Chicken makes it filling. Pasta shells hold the sauce well. Parmesan adds rich taste. Sun-dried tomatoes give strong flavor.

Easy Cooking

All cooks in one pot. Each step adds more taste. Kitchen smells great while cooking. Easy cleanup after.

Cooking Tips

Brown chicken in small batches for best taste. Add cheese rind for extra flavor. Taste before serving to check salt. Can make parts ahead if needed.

Make It Your Way

Try different pasta shapes. Use kale instead of spinach. Make lighter with milk instead of cream. Add red pepper if you like heat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use different pasta?
  • Any shape works
  • Watch cooking time
  • Small pasta best
  • Not too much
  • Add at end
  • Keep some broth handy
→ Can I make it vegetarian?
  • Use mushrooms
  • Or chickpeas
  • Veggie broth
  • Same spices
  • More veggies
  • Still creamy
→ How to save leftovers?
  • Container with lid
  • 4 days in fridge
  • Heat slow
  • Stir while warming
  • Add splash of milk
  • Pasta gets soft
→ Does it freeze?
  • Cream gets weird
  • Pasta gets mushy
  • Better fresh
  • Eat in 4 days
  • Share extras
  • Make half batch
→ What goes with it?
  • Crusty bread
  • Green salad
  • Garlic bread
  • Crackers
  • Simple sides
  • It's filling alone

Conclusion

Try creamy chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes or chicken spinach alfredo if you like this. Same flavors, different style.

Marry Me Chicken Soup

Quick creamy chicken soup for surprise visits

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
55 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Soups & Stews

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 5 Servings (10 cups)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 1/2 lbs chicken, cut up.
02 2 tsp salt, divided.
03 2 Tbsp butter.
04 1 onion, diced.
05 3 garlic cloves, minced.
06 1/4 tsp black pepper.
07 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced.
08 3 Tbsp tomato paste.
09 6 cups chicken broth.
10 1 tsp dried thyme.
11 Red pepper flakes if you want.
12 8 oz shell pasta.
13 5 oz baby spinach.
14 3/4 cup heavy cream.
15 1/2 oz parmesan cheese, more for serving.

Instructions

Step 01

Season cut chicken with 1 tsp salt.

Step 02

Melt butter in big pot. Cook chicken in 2 batches till done (4-6 mins each). Take out.

Step 03

Cook onion, garlic, pepper, 1 tsp salt till soft (3-4 mins).

Step 04

Add tomatoes and paste. Cook 2-3 mins.

Step 05

Add broth, thyme, pepper flakes. Boil.

Step 06

Add pasta. Simmer 10-12 mins.

Step 07

Put chicken back. Add spinach, cream, cheese. Cook 2 mins. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  1. Can use pre-cooked chicken.
  2. Cook pasta separate if eating later.
  3. Good 4 days in fridge.

Tools You'll Need

  • Big pot.
  • Slotted spoon.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: ~
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~