Description
Creamy marry me chicken soup delivers a romantic culinary embrace that promises to win hearts with its irresistible blend of tender chicken and rich, velvety sauce. Comfort meets passion in this soul-warming dish that guarantees to make dinner guests fall deliciously in love.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Vegetables:
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat a large pot over medium heat and drizzle olive oil, creating a smooth cooking surface for sautéing aromatics.
- Dice onions and mince garlic, then sauté until fragrant and translucent, releasing their sweet and pungent flavors.
- Cut chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, seasoning generously with salt, black pepper, dried basil, and oregano for robust flavor infusion.
- Add seasoned chicken to the pot, cooking until golden brown and thoroughly cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes, stirring to blend their intense, concentrated taste with the chicken and aromatics.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot, allowing the liquid to simmer and create a rich, hearty base for the soup.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes to introduce a subtle, warming heat that complements the creamy texture.
- Reduce heat and gently stir in heavy cream, creating a luxurious and velvety consistency.
- Fold in parmesan cheese, letting it melt and contribute a nutty, salty dimension to the soup.
- Add baby spinach in the final moments of cooking, allowing leaves to wilt and integrate without losing their vibrant green color.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors before serving hot.
Notes
- Slice chicken uniformly to guarantee even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked pieces.
- Blot chicken with paper towels before seasoning to remove excess moisture, ensuring better browning and crispier texture.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk for lighter versions, maintaining creamy consistency while reducing calories.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or thyme instead of dried for more vibrant, bright flavor profiles if available in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg