Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup made with sun-dried tomatoes, tender chicken meatballs, spinach, and parmesan. To make this a realistic weeknight dinner I use pre-cooked chicken meatballs.
If you love the flavors of Marry Me Chicken, this soup version is about to become a new favorite. It’s creamy without being heavy, packed with tender chicken meatballs, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs, and finished with parmesan for that irresistible savory depth. Cozy, comforting, and just a little indulgent without spending hours cooking.
Author’s Note
This soup is inspired by one of the most-loved recipes on my site, my Marry Me Chicken Thighs and that’s for good reason. Those creamy, sun-dried tomato flavors are just as irresistible in soup form, and this version is something I make often when I want comfort without spending all night in the kitchen. Using pre-cooked chicken meatballs keeps things simple, while the cream, parmesan, and thyme give it that same rich, cozy depth it’s known for.
If you love the original dish, this soup is a natural next step. It’s familiar, comforting, and just as swoon-worthy.
-Silvia
Ingredient Notes
- Noodles – use your favorite short pasta or egg noodles. Something sturdy that holds up well in soup works best. We like elbow pasta, fusilli, cavatappi, rotini.
- Sun-dried tomato sauce (from tomatoes preserved in oil) – this adds rich, concentrated flavor right from the start. If you don’t have the sauce, you can finely chop extra sun-dried tomatoes instead.
- Sun-dried tomatoes, whole or sliced – (use this in addition to sun-dried tomato sauce). They give the soup its bold, slightly sweet, tangy flavor and pop of color.
- Pre-cooked chicken meatballs – A huge time-saver and perfect for weeknights. You can slice them in half or leave them whole. Substitute for shredded chicken or cubed chicken.
- Onion – builds a savory, aromatic base.
- Fresh spinach – wilts beautifully into the soup and adds freshness. Substitute for kale or collards greens.
- Heavy cream – creates that signature creamy “Marry Me” texture. You can swap with half-and-half if needed.
- Olive oil – for sautéing the aromatics.
- Chicken broth – use good quality broth. It carries the whole soup.
- Grated parmesan cheese – adds saltiness and richness. Freshly grated is best.
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Dried thyme – earthy and cozy, it ties everything together.
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tips from my kitchen
👉🏻 If the soup thickens too much as it sits, just add a splash of broth when reheating.
👉🏻 Pre-cooked chicken meatballs make this recipe incredibly weeknight-friendly, but rotisserie chicken works too.
👉🏻 This soup is even better the next day once the flavors have had time to settle, so be sure to cook enough for leftovers.
What to serve with Marry Me Chicken Soup
Marry Me Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 2 cups noodles of choice
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato sauce preserved in oil
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes whole tomato, or half
- 1 lb chicken meatballs pre-cooked
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 tsp thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the base – Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
- Build the flavor – Stir in the sun-dried tomato sauce, whole sun-dried tomatoes, thyme, salt and pepper. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.
- Add broth and meatballs – Pour in the chicken broth and add the cooked chicken meatballs. Bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the noodles – Add the noodles directly to the pot and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.
- Make it creamy – Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Finish with greens – Add the spinach and let it wilt into the soup, about 1–2 minutes.
- Season & serve – Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve hot with extra parmesan on top.
Notes
Storage & Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
- Reheat: Gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a little broth if needed.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This is the ultimate combination of flavors, and truly the tastiest way to warm up on a chilly day!