Marry Me Chicken Soup: Creamy, Irresistible Comfort Food Recipe
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach in a rich, flavorful broth enhanced with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. This delicious soup is perfect for cozy nights and guarantees irresistible flavor in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (plus extra if needed)
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Liquids & Dairy
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings & Thickeners
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare and Sear Chicken: Season raw chicken breasts or thighs with salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter over medium-high heat in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Sear chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and let cool, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics: Lower heat to medium. Add another tablespoon of oil or butter if needed. Cook chopped yellow onion for 5-7 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; sauté 2 more minutes until fragrant.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the sautéed mixture. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Gradually whisk in chicken broth to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Chicken and Seasonings: Return shredded chicken to pot. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and black pepper. Let simmer gently for 10-15 minutes.
- Incorporate Cream and Cheese: Reduce heat to low. Slowly add heavy cream, stirring gently to combine. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add Spinach: Stir fresh spinach into the soup until just wilted.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste soup and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle soup into bowls and serve immediately for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use skinless chicken thighs for extra juiciness and flavor.
- Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes add richness; drain well to avoid excess oil.
- Simmer gently to avoid curdling the cream.
- Red pepper flakes are optional for a touch of heat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
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