Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a creamy and flavorful comfort dish featuring tender shredded chicken simmered in a rich broth with herbs, cream, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
Liquids
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering but not smoking.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent, releasing its aroma.
- Add liquids and herbs: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then add thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the chicken in the broth: Add the shredded chicken breasts to the pot and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to fully meld together.
- Finish with cheese and seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and taste the soup, seasoning with salt and pepper as needed to enhance the flavors.
- Serve and enjoy: Ladle the creamy, savory soup into bowls while hot and savor its comforting richness.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a simple green salad.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stovetop.
