Description
Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup emerges as a romantic culinary twist on the beloved viral recipe. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising comfort and flavor that will charm dinner companions with its irresistible Italian-inspired charm.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breasts (or thighs), cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
- 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a hint of spice)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Flavor Initiation: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium temperature. Sauté onions until translucent, then introduce minced garlic and allow its aroma to intensify for one minute.
- Protein Mastery: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Sear thoroughly until golden brown and completely cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Liquid Symphony: Pour chicken broth into the pot, scraping caramelized bits from the bottom. Incorporate heavy cream, reducing heat and allowing flavors to meld for five minutes.
- Culinary Assembly: Shred the cooked chicken into delicate pieces. Return chicken to the simmering liquid, adding fresh spinach and allowing it to gently wilt for approximately five minutes.
- Finishing Touch: Ladle soup into serving bowls. Garnish generously with Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot, delivering a comforting and elegant dining experience.
Notes
Enhance Chicken Texture: Slice chicken breasts against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier shredding, ensuring each bite remains juicy and succulent.
Cream Control: Add heavy cream gradually and stir continuously to prevent separation or curdling, maintaining a smooth, silky soup consistency.
Seasoning Strategy: Layer herbs and spices at different cooking stages to build complex, deep flavor profiles – start with dried herbs during searing, finish with fresh herbs before serving.
Dietary Flexibility: Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version, or use Greek yogurt for a lighter protein-packed alternative that maintains creamy richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 546 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 719 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 156 mg