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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

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A velvety, restaurant-quality chicken soup featuring sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream, ready in just 20 minutes. This dish offers a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken cubes with salt, pepper, and a pinch of Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil and half the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in a single layer for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Add sun-dried tomatoes and remaining Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Lower heat to low. Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring. Warm gently without boiling.
  6. Return chicken and juices to the pot. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and soup is smooth. Add more broth if too thick.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir in half of the chopped fresh basil.
  8. Ladle into bowls and top with remaining fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not boil the cream to prevent curdling. Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting. If using leftover rotisserie chicken, reduce cooking time and add at the end to keep it tender. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.

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Keywords: chicken soup, creamy soup, sun-dried tomatoes, quick dinner, comfort food, marry me chicken, easy recipe, weeknight dinner

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