Description
Marry Me Chicken Soup (Tuscan Style) is a creamy, flavorful soup featuring tender chicken breast simmered with sun-dried tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and baby spinach. Enriched with Parmesan cheese and heavy cream, this comforting Tuscan-inspired soup offers a delightful mix of savory and creamy textures perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, dried thyme, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer the Chicken: Return the chicken to the pot and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
- Add Cream and Spinach: Stir in the heavy cream and baby spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use homemade chicken broth.
- If sun-dried tomatoes are packed in oil, drain them before chopping to avoid an oily soup.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, though it may be less creamy.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure your chicken broth contains no gluten additives.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
