Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup takes all the creamy, garlicky, romantic flavors of the beloved chicken dish and transforms them into a cozy, flavorful soup. With sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and herbs in a rich broth, it’s perfect for comfort or impressing guests.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
- Optional: 1 cup cooked small pasta, spinach, or kale
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until soft, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add to the pot and lightly brown on both sides.
- Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer another 5–10 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Adjust seasoning. Add optional spinach or cooked pasta if desired.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.
- Stir in cooked pasta, rice, or gnocchi for a heartier version.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Wait to add cream if freezing—add after reheating.
- Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
