Marry Me Chicken Soup (Printable View)

Tender chicken in a creamy broth with sun-dried tomatoes and ditalini for a hearty, comforting bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

05 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
08 - 2 celery stalks, diced
09 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and chopped

→ Broth & Dairy

10 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 1 cup water
12 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
13 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pasta

14 - 3/4 cup ditalini pasta

→ Herbs & Seasonings

15 - 1 tsp dried oregano
16 - 1 tsp dried thyme
17 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
18 - 1 bay leaf
19 - Fresh basil, for garnish

# How To Make It:

01 - Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sear chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
02 - Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine evenly.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and water. Add bay leaf and return chicken breasts to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
05 - Remove chicken breasts from the pot and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
06 - Stir in ditalini pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
07 - Lower heat to a gentle simmer, remove bay leaf, and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
08 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot means less cleanup and more time enjoying the meal with people you actually want to be around.
  • The combination of sun-dried tomatoes and cream feels fancy enough for company but honest enough for a Tuesday night when you just need something warm.
  • Tender shredded chicken and tiny pasta create the perfect texture contrast, so every spoonful feels complete.
02 -
  • Don't fully cook the chicken during the sear—it will overcook by the time you simmer it in the broth, so aim for a golden exterior and pale center.
  • Stir the cream in slowly over gentle heat; high heat can cause it to break or separate, turning your silky soup grainy and disappointing.
  • Taste before you finish—the broth flavors concentrate as it simmers, and you might not need as much salt as you think.
03 -
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving brightens everything and prevents the cream from feeling too heavy.
  • If your Parmesan clumps when you stir it in, whisk it together with a splash of warm broth first—this prevents the cheese from seizing up in the heat.
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