Description
A heartwarming Marry Me Chicken Soup that is creamy, flavorful, and comforting. Loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, and a touch of herbs, this soup is perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra richness)
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Croutons or toasted bread
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–7 minutes until vegetables soften and onions are translucent.
- Cook the Chicken: Add diced chicken to the pot and sauté 3–4 minutes until lightly golden on all sides.
- Add Broth & Seasonings: Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Finish the Soup: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese (if using). Heat gently, but do not boil, to avoid curdling the cream. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread or croutons for a cozy, comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: Not Available
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: Not Available
- Unsaturated Fat: Not Available
- Trans Fat: Not Available
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: Not Available
