Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup (Better Than the Original!)
Rich, silky soup loaded with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cream. This viral favorite transforms into cozy comfort in just 30 minutes using one pot!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed and chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pot. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth and melted. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Return chicken to pot with any juices. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Stir in spinach and let wilt for 1 minute.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve with crusty bread.
Notes
Substitutions: Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep (add it in step 6). Swap spinach for kale or use coconut cream and nutritional yeast for dairy-free. Half-and-half works instead of heavy cream but won't be as rich.
Storage: Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 4 days. Soup thickens when cold; add broth or cream when reheating. Freeze without spinach and basil for up to 3 months.
Make it thicker: Whisk 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water, stir into simmering soup, and cook 2 more minutes.