Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Marry Me Chicken Soup. This luxurious soup is a perfect blend of tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese in a velvety broth. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish that will surely win your heart.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Additional Ingredients:
1 small onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups baby spinach
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Butter: Heat olive oil and butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Season and Sear Chicken: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Add to the pot and sear until golden.
- Cook Aromatics: Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Add Broth and Cream: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Thicken (Optional): If desired, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened.
- Finish Soup: Return chicken to pot, add spinach, and cook until wilted. Adjust seasoning. Garnish and serve.
Notes
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a simple green salad.
- Consider using rotisserie chicken for a quicker version or adding pasta or rice for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
