Dinner

Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

ByZoe Lane June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

Introduction

Marry Me Chicken Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender shredded chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, creamy broth, and tender pasta. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner and has just the right balance of herbs and richness to keep you coming back for more.

A close-up view of a white bowl filled with creamy rotini pasta in a thick orange-tan sauce, showing three clear layers: the bottom has spiraled pasta, the middle is mixed with shredded chicken and bits of cooked spinach, and the top is sprinkled with grated white cheese and small pieces of sun-dried tomatoes, with some sauce pooling around. A silver spoon rests inside the bowl on the right side. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound shredded chicken
3-4 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
3 ounces tomato paste
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup basil, chopped
2 cups rotini pasta, dry
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prep all the ingredients by shredding the chicken, chopping the sun-dried tomatoes and basil, dicing the onion, and mincing the garlic.
Step 2: In a large pot, sauté the diced onion and garlic over medium heat until soft and beginning to brown.
Step 3: Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and basil to the pot and cook for another minute.
Step 4: Stir in the tomato paste and cook it with the other ingredients for about a minute to deepen the flavor.
Step 5: Add the shredded chicken to the pot, then pour in the chicken broth.
Step 6: Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Step 7: Add the dry rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions, usually 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente.
Step 8: Once the pasta is cooked, turn off the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
Step 9: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Step 10: Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh basil for a brighter flavor or substitute with dried basil if fresh isn’t available.
For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
Feel free to add spinach or kale for extra greens and nutrition.
Leftover soup can be thick; add a splash of broth or water when reheating to loosen the consistency.

Storage

Store leftover Marry Me Chicken Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. If the soup thickens as it cools, add a little broth or water to reach your desired consistency before reheating.