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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

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This Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup is a rich, velvety one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a savory Parmesan broth. It’s a quick and easy family dinner that comes together in about 40 minutes and is sure to become a weeknight favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (about 680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups (960ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 celery stalks, diced (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (start with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients first: dice the onion, carrots, and celery; mince the garlic; chop the sun-dried tomatoes; cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch cubes).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden on all sides. Transfer the chicken to a plate using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the pot. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent and the carrots start to soften.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, dried thyme, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture looks pasty and clumpy.
  6. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously. Then add the heavy cream. Keep stirring until the flour is fully incorporated and there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add the browned chicken back into the pot along with any juices. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  8. Remove the lid. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the soup is silky and smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Remove the pot from heat and let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Don’t skip browning the chicken—it adds deep flavor. When adding cream, keep the heat at a gentle simmer to prevent curdling. Grate your own Parmesan for the smoothest melt. Season in layers for the best flavor. The soup tastes even better the next day.

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