Description
A rich and creamy keto-friendly soup inspired by the popular ‘marry me chicken’ dish. Packed with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese for a comforting low-carb meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and mostly cooked through. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces.
- 4. Pour in the chicken broth, add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Bring the soup to a simmer.
- 5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to cook through completely.
- 6. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy. Do not boil after adding the cream and cheese; gently heat it through.
- 7. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 8. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, to avoid curdling. Do not boil. Can also be reheated in the microwave on medium power.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g