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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

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A quick and easy 30-minute creamy chicken soup made with Greek yogurt and blended vegetables for a velvety texture. Perfect for impressing guests or a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry, if needed)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Extra Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and onion is translucent.
  2. Add the garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Nestle them into the pot with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and water. The liquid should just cover the chicken.
  4. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest for 5 minutes. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  6. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  7. Temper the Greek yogurt: In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt and 1/2 cup of hot broth from the pot. Stir the tempered yogurt mixture back into the pot.
  8. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot along with the grated Parmesan. Stir until melted. If the soup is too thin, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Finish with lemon juice and fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  10. Serve immediately in warm bowls with extra Parmesan on top and crusty bread on the side.

Notes

Temper the yogurt to prevent curdling. Do not overcook the chicken. The soup tastes even better the next day. For a dairy-free version, use full-fat coconut cream and nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: creamy chicken soup, marry me chicken soup, 30-minute soup, easy dinner, comfort food, Greek yogurt soup

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