Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe – Creamy, Cozy, & Absolutely Irresistible
This Marry Me Chicken Soup Recipe is the ultimate creamy, comforting dish with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan. It’s rich, velvety, and ridiculously flavorful—perfect for a cozy night in or impressing someone special!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped (oil-packed recommended)
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free option
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small handful fresh basil chopped
- 1 whole tomato optional, adds depth to the broth
- Extra Parmesan for topping
- Crusty bread or grilled cheese croutons
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and celery, cooking until soft for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, add whole chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return to the pot.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and fresh basil. Let it gently heat through without boiling.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. If using, stir in a whole tomato and let it break down slightly for extra depth.
- Ladle into bowls, top with extra Parmesan, and serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese croutons.
Notes
Pro Tips: For extra richness, swap in chicken thighs instead of breasts. No cream? Full-fat coconut milk works beautifully for a dairy-free option. Make-ahead: The flavors get even better the next day.
Notes: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. For extra spice, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.