Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup is a heartwarming dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. With tender chicken simmered in a savory broth infused with garlic and fresh herbs, this soup is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Easy to make and visually appealing, it’s a comforting bowl of happiness that might just inspire second helpings—or even proposals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Season boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth along with thyme and bay leaves; bring to a gentle simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk if desired; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Shred the chicken with two forks, return it to the soup, stir well, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or kale. Feel free to substitute turkey for chicken if preferred. This soup can be made ahead of time; it tastes even better after sitting overnight.