Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy, comforting twist on the beloved Marry Me Chicken dish. Featuring tender shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and Parmesan in a velvety broth, this soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), drained and chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 cups fresh spinach or kale
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, sear on both sides until golden, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return chicken to the pot and simmer for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and spinach. Simmer until greens are wilted and soup is creamy, about 5 minutes.
- Season to taste, garnish with basil and extra Parmesan, and serve hot.
Notes
Add orzo or tortellini to make it extra hearty.
For a low-carb version, skip pasta and add more greens or cauliflower.
Use coconut milk and omit Parmesan for a dairy-free version.
Soup thickens in the fridge; add broth or water when reheating.
Freezes well — store in portions and thaw before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg