Description
This rich & creamy chicken spinach soup with sun-dried tomatoes is the perfect comfort meal. With tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a luscious Parmesan cream base, it’s hearty, easy, and perfect for cozy nights or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
1 pound cooked chicken breast or thigh, shredded or chopped
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add shredded chicken, chicken broth, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
4. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and soup is creamy.
6. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm with crusty bread or extra Parmesan.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep shortcut.
Heavy cream gives the best texture, but whole milk with flour works too.
Soup thickens after cooling—add a splash of broth when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: creamy chicken soup, spinach, sun-dried tomato soup