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Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe

Olivia Brooks
Love creamy soups? This Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe uses chicken, Parmesan, garlic, cream, and sun-dried tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons.
  • Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup baby spinach optional but lovely
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Start by heating the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Once warm, add the diced onion and cook for about 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir gently and let the onion release its sweetness — this step builds the base of the soup.
  • Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic. At this stage, your kitchen will already smell incredible.
  • Place the chicken directly into the pot and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Let the chicken cook for about 3–4 minutes per side until lightly golden. It doesn’t need to be fully cooked yet.
  • Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring everything to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup, then lower the heat.
  • Slowly stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring gently until the cheese melts completely and the soup becomes creamy and smooth. Add the spinach if using, and let it wilt into the soup.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and extra Parmesan if you like.
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