<\/p>\nEveryone loves the marry me <\/em>recipe craze and for good reason. Creamy, comforting, and full of flavor, it\u2019s the kind of dish that has a way of stealing your heart. I turned this tasty concept into a cozy soup with tender shredded chicken, pillowy gnocchi, creamy broth, and little pops of sun-dried tomato that make every spoonful taste irresistible.<\/p>\n\n
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Pin this recipe for later!<\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p>\nAll recipes are rigorously tested in our Nashville Test Kitchen to ensure they are easy, affordable, and delicious.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\nEasy marry me chicken soup Recipe <\/h2>\n Forget chain Italian restaurant gnocchi soup. This homemade marry me chicken soup version comes together in under 40 minutes with simple, affordable ingredients, but still tastes like it took all afternoon. The sun-dried tomato oil adds depth, the Parmesan melts perfectly, and the gnocchi makes it feel like a hug in a bowl. Weeknight friendly yet impressive enough to serve for a date night or, dare I say, a proposal?\u00a0 Cozy up with this soup, and you will understand why it belongs in the \u2018marry me\u2019 family. One bowl and you will be hooked\u2014til\u2019 death do you part.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nMarry Me Chicken Soup Recipe<\/h2>\n <\/span>Cost <\/span>$9.45 recipe \/ $1.58 serving<\/span><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:lineargradient><\/default:defs><\/default:svg> <\/p>\nCreamy, comforting, and full of flavor, this Marry Me Chicken Soup has a way of stealing your heart. Made with tender shredded chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, creamy broth, each spoonful is finished with little pops of sun-dried tomato that make every bite taste irresistible.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n
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\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>1<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> <\/span> oil from sundried tomatoes<\/span> ($0.00*)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>1 <\/span> <\/span> onion<\/span> (1\u00bd cup, 270g, diced ($0.66))<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>1<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> <\/span> garlic<\/span> (minced, $0.24)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>2<\/span> Tbsp<\/span> <\/span> tomato paste<\/span> ($0.17)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>1<\/span> tsp<\/span> <\/span> Italian seasoning<\/span> ($0.10)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>\u00bd<\/span> tsp<\/span> <\/span> salt<\/span> ($0.04)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>\u00bc<\/span> tsp<\/span> <\/span> black pepper<\/span> (freshly cracked, $0.04)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>\u00bc<\/span> tsp<\/span> <\/span> red pepper flakes<\/span> ($0.05)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>\u00bc<\/span> cup<\/span> <\/span> sun dried tomatoes in oil<\/span> (35g, chopped, $1.28)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>1<\/span> lb.<\/span> <\/span> boneless skinless chicken breasts<\/span> ($2.67)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>6<\/span> cups<\/span> <\/span> chicken broth<\/span> (48 oz., $0.76**)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>16<\/span> oz.<\/span> <\/span> gnocchi<\/span> (shelf stable, $2.44)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>\u00be<\/span> cup<\/span> <\/span> half-and-half<\/span> (6 oz., $0.51)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>\u2153<\/span> cup<\/span> <\/span> Parmesan<\/span> (grated, 30g, $0.37)<\/span><\/li>\n\u25a2 <\/span><\/label><\/span>1<\/span> cup<\/span> <\/span> frozen spinach<\/span> (thawed and squeezed dry, 30g, $0.12***)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\n\nHeat the sun-dried tomato oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saut\u00e9 for about 5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\nStir in the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and sun dried tomatoes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the paste darkens and caramelizes and all ingredients are coated.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\nNestle the whole chicken breasts into the pot and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches at least 165\u00b0F.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nRemove chicken, carefully shred with two forks, and return it to the pot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nStir in the gnocchi and cook 3-4 minutes, or until they float and become tender.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nAdd the half-and-half, Parmesan, and squeezed-dry spinach. Heat through without bringing to a boil.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nTaste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve topped with more Parmesan or fresh basil, if desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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*<\/b>This is the flavorful oil from jarred sun-dried tomatoes. <\/strong>It adds a deep, savory richness. If you\u2019re using dry-packed tomatoes or don\u2019t have the oil, substitute with olive or vegetable oil<\/strong>, but note you\u2019ll lose a little of that extra flavor<\/strong>. We keep costs low by utilizing this oil from the jar.<\/span><\/span>**<\/b><\/span>This recipe utilizes Better Than Bouillon<\/strong> to keep costs low while maintaining a strong flavor<\/strong>. Any broth will work, though!<\/span><\/span>***<\/b><\/span>Be sure to thaw and squeeze it dry<\/strong> to avoid watering down the soup. You can also use fresh spinach<\/strong>, just stir it in until wilted.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n
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Calories: <\/span>316<\/span>kcal<\/span><\/span>Carbohydrates: <\/span>35<\/span>g<\/span><\/span>Protein: <\/span>25<\/span>g<\/span><\/span>Fat: <\/span>9<\/span>g<\/span><\/span>Sodium: <\/span>1593<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span>Fiber: <\/span>4<\/span>g<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Read our fullhow to make marry me chicken Soup step-by-step photos<\/h2>\nGather your ingredients. <\/p>\n
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