Marry Me Chicken Soup
Creamy and comforting, this Marry Me Chicken Soup blends tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan for a rich, flavorful meal in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Core Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (or thighs), diced
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Optional Add-Ins:
- 2 cups baby spinach or kale
- 1 cup cooked pasta rice, or gnocchi
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms or zucchini
Instructions
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics:
- In the same pot, add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add Flavor:
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Let it cook for 1 minute to release flavor.
Simmer the Broth:
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer, then add back the cooked chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Make It Creamy:
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer gently for 5 minutes — do not boil.
Add Greens (Optional):
- Stir in spinach or kale until wilted.
Finish and Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
- Add cooked pasta or rice for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 27gSodium: 780mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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