Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 medium carrots, sliced
– 2 stalks celery, chopped
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 bay leaf
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup frozen peas
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Crafting Marry Me Chicken Soup is straightforward, ensuring you have a delicious meal in no time. Follow these simple steps to create this amazing dish:
1. Sauté Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Add Herbs: Stir in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf. Sauté for another minute to release the herbs’ flavors.
4. Pour Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot, bringing it to a simmer.
5. Combine Ingredients: Return the chicken breasts to the pot, submerging them in the broth.
6. Simmer: Cover and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
7. Add Peas: Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the soup along with the frozen peas. Stir well.
8. Season: Taste and add salt and pepper according to your preference.
9. Remove Bay Leaf: Before serving, be sure to remove the bay leaf from the soup.
10. Garnish: Serve hot, garnishing each bowl with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color.
By following these steps, you’ll have a comforting bowl of Marry Me Chicken Soup ready to enjoy in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g