Marry Me Chicken Soup That Warms the Heart
This marry me chicken soup is a creamy, one-pot comfort meal made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan. It’s flavorful, cozy, and perfect for weeknights or special family dinners.
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or soup pot
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Ladle
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 celery ribs diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 cup potato gnocchi
- 1 ½ cups cooked egg noodles
- 1 cup chopped baby spinach
Instructions
- Sear chicken in olive oil until lightly browned; set aside.
- Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until soft; stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Add broth, herbs, salt, and pepper. Return chicken, bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Shred chicken, return it to the pot, and stir in heavy cream.
- Add Parmesan and stir until melted and creamy.
- Stir in gnocchi (cook 8–10 mins) or add noodles/spinach just before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
Notes
Contains dairy. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and flavor. Gnocchi or noodles can be added for a fun twist.