Marry Me Chicken Soup
A creamy and dreamy chicken soup that's comforting and flavorful, perfect for cozy days.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 large carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- Salt and black pepper as needed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup baby spinach
- Optional: red pepper flakes fresh basil, Parmesan for topping
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil or butter in a large pot and sauté onions until soft.
- Add carrots, celery, and garlic. Stir for about three minutes.
- Sprinkle in thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any bits sticking to the bottom.
- Stir in heavy cream and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until carrots are tender.
- Add chicken and spinach, allowing spinach to wilt and chicken to warm through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, then ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan and basil if desired.
Notes
For extra creaminess, use heavy cream and don't skip the sun-dried tomatoes. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to four days.