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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup: Easy One-Pot Dinner

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This rich, creamy, and flavorful soup is a weeknight lifesaver that feels special without the stress. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s a one-pot wonder that’s kid-approved and perfect for busy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 celery stalks, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups small pasta (ditalini, orzo, or small shells)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra Parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season and Sear the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Build the Broth: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Add diced tomatoes (with juices) and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir and bring to a boil.
  4. Simmer the Chicken: Return chicken to pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 12-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F).
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and set aside.
  6. Cook the Pasta: Bring broth back to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
  7. Finish with Cream and Cheese: Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth (1-2 minutes). Do not boil.
  8. Combine and Serve: Return shredded chicken to pot. Stir and heat through for 1 minute. Adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

For leftovers, cook pasta separately to avoid it absorbing too much broth. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting. If using dry sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrate in hot water for 10 minutes before using. To freeze, omit pasta and add fresh when reheating.

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