Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken with aromatic herbs in a creamy broth, making it the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for cozy evenings or impressing dinner guests, each bowl offers a delightful blend of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With simple preparation and wholesome ingredients, this soup wraps you in warmth, providing a delicious experience that feels like a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, dice onion, slice carrots and celery.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add chicken pieces along with oregano and thyme; cook until browned (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in carrots and celery; sauté for another 3 minutes until they soften slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth to cover all ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Before serving, stir in the heavy cream until well combined; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using bone-in chicken thighs instead of breasts. - Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like spinach or kale. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.
