Description
Creamy and flavorful Marry Me Chicken Soup made with tender chicken, vegetables, Parmesan cheese, and a rich, velvety broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, diced
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned.
3. Add chopped onion and cook until soft.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute.
5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
6. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if using.
7. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
8. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
Adjust thickness by simmering longer or adding more broth.
Add vegetables like carrots or spinach for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: marry me chicken soup, creamy chicken soup, Parmesan chicken soup, comforting chicken soup