Description
Creamy, comforting marry me chicken soup seduces taste buds with its rich, aromatic blend of tender chicken and velvety broth. Hearty ingredients promise a romantic culinary experience that will make diners fall in love at first spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 pound or 454 grams)
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup corn
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Crusty bread
Instructions
- Prepare a flavorful mise en place by finely dicing onions, mincing garlic, and chopping carrots and celery into uniform pieces. Trim chicken into bite-sized morsels for even cooking.
- Warm olive oil in a substantial pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until they become translucent and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and briefly toast for 30-45 seconds.
- Introduce chicken pieces to the pot, seasoning generously with salt, pepper, and half the thyme. Sear until golden brown and develop a rich caramelized exterior.
- Incorporate carrots, celery, and corn into the pot. Pour in broth and water, then introduce bay leaf and remaining thyme. Elevate heat to create a robust boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Gently fold spinach and cream into the simmering soup. Allow ingredients to meld for an additional 5 minutes. If using raw chicken, shred meat and return to the pot. Taste and recalibrate seasoning as needed.
- Ladle the vibrant soup into warm bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve alongside crusty artisan bread for a complete, comforting meal.
Notes
- Customize the heat by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding a dash of cayenne for extra warmth.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or Greek yogurt for a lighter, dairy-free alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Prep vegetables in advance to cut down cooking time and make the soup a quick weeknight meal.
- Use rotisserie chicken for an even faster version that still delivers rich, comforting flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg