Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a soul-warming dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy broth. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing loved ones, this easy-to-make soup envelops you in rich flavors and inviting aromas, making it the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups chopped carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- 2 cups chopped celery (about 4 stalks)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for efficient prep.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté minced garlic, chopped carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts and pour in enough chicken broth to cover them (about 4 cups). Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Once the chicken is cooked through (approximately 20 minutes), shred it using two forks and return it to the pot.
- Stir in cream cheese and dried herbs until well combined. Let simmer for an additional 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping chicken for turkey or using vegetable broth for a vegetarian version. For added spice, incorporate diced jalapeños or fresh herbs like rosemary.