Description
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of Marry Me Chicken Soup, a creamy and flavorful dish that has captured the hearts of many. This comforting soup combines tender chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Pecorino Romano cheese, creating an irresistible blend of flavors that fills your home with an inviting aroma. Perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings, this slow-cooker recipe allows you to enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With its rich texture and hearty ingredients, this soup is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (1 to 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp oil from sun-dried tomato jar
- 4 tbsp butter
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- ¾ cup dry white grape juice
- 3 oz baby spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1.5 cups small pasta (ditalini, mini shells, or mini farfalle)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; finely chop red onion and cube softened cream cheese.
- In your Crock-Pot, add butter and chopped onion. Sauté until translucent; then add minced garlic and red chili pepper.
- Add chicken breasts along with tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, grape juice, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Cover the Crock-Pot and cook on low heat for about 4 hours or until chicken is tender.
- Remove cooked chicken breasts, shred them using two forks, and return them to the soup.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted, then add heavy cream and Pecorino Romano cheese while stirring continuously until combined.
- Add chopped spinach and small pasta; let cook on low for an additional 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on low heat
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups or 360g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 130mg