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Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup

A rich and velvety Marry Me Chicken Soup that's packed with creamy, garlicky goodness!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes

For the Creamy Base:

  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes julienned
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup spinach roughly chopped

For Finishing:

  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chiffonade
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  • Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt & pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown, then set aside.

Step 2: Create the Aromatic Base

  • Reduce heat to medium, add diced onions, and cook until translucent.
  • Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  • Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 3: Build the Soup

  • Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps.
  • Return chicken to the pot, add sun-dried tomatoes, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return it to the pot.

Step 4: Finish the Soup

  • Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 5 more minutes.
  • Add Parmesan cheese in small handfuls, stirring to melt.
  • Stir in spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
  • Remove from heat, add lemon juice and fresh basil.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Notes

  • Tuscan Version: Add zucchini, carrots, and extra spinach for a garden-fresh touch.
  • Spicy Cajun Twist: Swap Italian seasoning for Cajun seasoning and add bell peppers & andouille sausage.
  • Mediterranean Delight: Add kalamata olives and capers, and swap Parmesan for feta.
  • Harvest Mushroom Edition: Stir in mushrooms and finish with truffle oil for an earthy flavor.
  • Lemon Artichoke Variation: Add artichoke hearts and extra lemon zest for brightness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 24g
Keyword creamy chicken soup, easy chicken soup, marry me chicken soup
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