Cozy Marry Me Chicken Soup
A bowl of Cozy Marry Me Chicken Soup is like a warm hug for the soul!
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or stockpot
Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or rotisserie chicken)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 4 large carrots sliced
- 4 celery stalks chopped
Creamy Dreamy Elements:
- 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
Herbaceous Magic:
- 2 tsp dried thyme or fresh
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Crispy bacon bits
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- 2️⃣ Layer in Flavor: Add garlic, cooking for 30 seconds. Stir in carrots and celery, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
- 3️⃣ Cook the Chicken: Season bite-sized chicken pieces with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Add to the pot, cooking for 6-8 minutes until lightly golden.
- 4️⃣ Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and sun-dried tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes.
- 5️⃣ Make it Creamy: Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and let the soup thicken for 5 minutes.
- 6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with fresh parsley and optional toppings before serving warm!
Notes
- Mediterranean Twist: Swap sun-dried tomatoes for artichokes and add feta cheese.
- Spicy Version: Add jalapeño and smoked paprika, then top with chorizo.
- Protein Boost: Replace some chicken with white beans and quinoa.
- Dairy-Free: Use full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 18g
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