Marry Me Chicken Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon olive oil.
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1½ pounds chicken breasts or thighs, cut in 1-inch pieces.
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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½ cup diced carrots.
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½ cup diced celery.
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½ cup diced onions.
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¼ cup sundried tomatoes, diced.
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3 garlic cloves, minced.
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¼ cup flour.
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2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional).
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6-8 cups chicken broth.
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6 ounces small pasta shells.
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1 cup heavy cream.
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1 cup grated parmesan cheese.
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3 cups fresh spinach.
# Instructions:
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Heat oil in pot over medium-high. Add chicken, season with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook until brown, about 5 minutes.
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Add onions, carrots, celery, tomatoes, and garlic. Cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
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Sprinkle in flour, stir well. Add tomato paste if using. Pour in broth slowly, stirring to avoid lumps.
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Bring to boil, add pasta and seasonings. Cover, simmer 20 minutes until chicken is done and pasta tender.
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Stir in cream, spinach, and cheese. Simmer 5 more minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
# Notes:
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Start with less broth, can add more later.
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Can use rotisserie chicken.
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Pasta can be cooked separately.
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Can be made in slow cooker.