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Marry Me Chicken Soup

A warm and comforting chicken soup with a rich and creamy texture, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until it's no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the sliced carrots and chopped celery to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  5. Carefully add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Stir in the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Lower the heat and mix in the heavy cream, allowing to simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
  8. In the last few minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas.
  9. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot in bowls.

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of white wine after sautéing the chicken.