Marry Me Chicken Soup (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and mushrooms simmered with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant herbs in a creamy broth.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Proteins

01 - 450 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables and Herbs

02 - 1 large onion, chopped
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 200 grams sliced mushrooms
05 - 120 grams baby spinach
06 - 80 grams sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
07 - 11 grams fresh basil leaves, chopped

→ Liquids and Seasonings

08 - 30 milliliters olive oil
09 - 6 cups (approximately 1440 milliliters) chicken broth
10 - 240 milliliters heavy cream
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
13 - 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
14 - Salt, to taste
15 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Cheese

16 - 25 grams grated Parmesan cheese for serving

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.
02 - In the same pot, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.
03 - Add sliced mushrooms to the pot and sauté until they release moisture and begin to brown.
04 - Stir in dried thyme, dried rosemary, and red pepper flakes until fragrant.
05 - Return the browned chicken to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
06 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and let the mixture cook gently for about 10 minutes.
07 - Stir in baby spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Continue to simmer until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
08 - Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
09 - Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For richer flavor, brown the chicken thoroughly without overcrowding the pot.