Marry Me Chicken Soup
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy, flavorful soup filled with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. It’s a comforting bowl of pure love and warmth, perfect for chilly days or whenever you need a bit of comfort. This soup is so good, you just might fall in love at first bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a hint of spice)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics and Chicken: In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the pot, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth, stirring in the Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer Soup: Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream and baby spinach, letting it cook until the spinach is wilted and the soup is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm with crusty bread or rolls.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water, then add to the pot before simmering.
- If you prefer a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Substitute kale for spinach if desired, adding it a bit earlier so it can soften.