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This cozy soup takes all the flavors of the viral “Marry Me Chicken” recipe and turns them into a family-friendly crockpot dinner. With creamy broth, pasta shells, spinach, and Parmesan, it’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for chilly nights. Bonus: the leftovers reheat beautifully.
Love cozy slow cooker dinners? Don’t miss my other favorites like 8 Can Chicken Taco Soup, Italian Vegetable and Sausage Soup, and Hearty Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup.
Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy crockpot recipe made with chicken, pasta shells, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Ready in about 7 hours, this family-friendly soup is hearty, budget-friendly, and easy to make with simple ingredients. A cozy, flavorful slow cooker dinner perfect for weeknights or Sunday suppers.
If you want creamy comfort, try Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup, Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup, or my reader-favorite Crack Chicken Soup.
Table of Contents
- Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
- Step-by-Step Recipe Video
- Marry Me Chicken Soup Ingredients (and why they matter)
- Rest of the Ingredients
- Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup Variations
- How To Make Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup
- Tips & Tricks
- Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup FAQs
- Serving Suggestions for Marry Me Chicken Soup
- Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating for Marry Me Chicken Soup
- Desserts You Need to Make with These Soups
- Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
This soup has all the creamy, cheesy flavor of the skillet version of “Marry Me Chicken,” but it’s slow cooker easy. Pasta shells cook right in the broth, sun-dried tomatoes bring a pop of tang, and Parmesan ties it all together. It’s low effort, big comfort.
Recipe at a Glance
⏰ Ready In: ~7 hours
🛒 Key Ingredients: Chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan
🍽️ Servings: 6
👩🍳 Difficulty: Easy
🧊 Make-Ahead Friendly: Store in the fridge for 4 days; freeze before adding pasta
For hearty classics, check out Slow Cooker Chili, Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew, or Easy Slow Cooker Potato Soup.
Made With Love,
– Julia
Step-by-Step Recipe Video
Don’t scroll any further just yet — watch this quick 1-2 minute video to see exactly how this recipe comes together! It’s the easiest way to learn before you cook.
Marry Me Chicken Soup Ingredients (and why they matter)
Nothing fancy needed — just chicken, cream cheese, pasta shells, and spinach. Pantry staples combine into a soup that feels restaurant-worthy.
Similar vibes to my Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup and my Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken.
- Chicken: Boneless chicken breasts cook tender in the slow cooker and shred easily.
- Sun-dried tomatoes: Tangy and slightly sweet, they balance the creaminess.
- Pasta shells: Cook directly in the broth, making this a one-pot meal.
- Spinach: Adds freshness and color at the end.
- Parmesan: Infuses the soup with savory richness.
Rest of the Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
A full ingredient list with exact amounts is available in the recipe card below.
And if you love Italian-style comfort food, don’t miss Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup, Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili, or my Zuppa Toscana Casserole.
Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup Variations
- Protein: Use chicken thighs for more tenderness.
- Greens: Swap spinach for kale.
- Cheese: Asiago or Romano for a sharper bite.
- Spice: Add red pepper flakes for heat.
For another flexible dinner, try my 8 Can Chicken Taco Soup.
How To Make Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup
Step 1: Assemble the Base. Add chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, garlic, broth, cream cheese, heavy cream, basil, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika to the slow cooker. Stir gently.
Step 2: Slow Cook. Cover and cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 4 hours, until chicken is tender.
Step 3: Shred the Chicken. Remove chicken, shred or dice, then return to the slow cooker.
Step 4: Add Pasta & Spinach. Stir in pasta, spinach, and Parmesan. Cover and cook on HIGH 20–30 minutes, until pasta is tender.
Step 5: Serve. Taste, adjust seasoning, and garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh basil.
Full step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below, which you can also print to save for later.
Tips & Tricks
- Cube cream cheese before adding so it melts smoothly.
- Let soup rest 10 minutes before serving for a thicker consistency.
- Add extra broth if the pasta absorbs too much liquid.
Need even more inspiration? Try my Taco Soup, Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup, or these cozy casseroles: Onion Chicken Potato Casserole, Spinach Chicken Orzo Casserole, and Creamy Chicken and Egg Noodles.
Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup FAQs
Can I freeze this soup?
Yes, but freeze before adding pasta and spinach. Add them fresh when reheating.
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes — reduce the slow cooker time to 3 hours since the chicken is pre-cooked.
What pasta works best?
Shells, elbows, or ditalini cook evenly in the slow cooker.
Serving Suggestions for Marry Me Chicken Soup
- Serve with warm rolls or garlic bread.
- Pair with a fresh salad for balance.
- Top bowls with Parmesan, fresh basil, or cracked black pepper.
Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating for Marry Me Chicken Soup
Store: Refrigerate up to 4 days in a sealed container.
Freeze: Freeze (without pasta/spinach) for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Warm gently on stovetop or in slow cooker, adding fresh pasta if needed.
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Desserts You Need to Make with These Soups
No cozy dinner is complete without a sweet ending! Pair your favorite slow cooker soup with one of these easy desserts:
Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 ¼ cups small or medium shell pasta
- 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, garlic, broth, cream cheese, cream, basil, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika to the slow cooker. Stir.
- Cover and cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 4 hours.
- Remove chicken, shred, and whisk the ingredients in the slow cooker so the cream cheese no longer looks clumpy return shredded chicken to slow cooker.
- Stir in pasta, spinach, and Parmesan. Cook on HIGH 20–30 minutes, until pasta is tender.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan or basil.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
