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Savory "Marry Me Chicken Soup" served in a white bowl, garnished with fresh herbs.

Marry Me Chicken Soup

Marry Me Chicken Soup is a comforting and irresistible dish that has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. This recipe combines the perfect harmony of chicken, aromatic vegetables, and carefully selected herbs and spices to create a hug in a bowl.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large stockpot or Dutch oven
  • Blender
  • Slotted spoon
  • cutting board
  • Knives

Method
 

  1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, place the chicken pieces, onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaves, thyme, and oregano.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  3. Remove the chicken pieces from the pot and set aside. Discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
  4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked vegetables to a blender. Blend until smooth, then return the pureed vegetables to the pot.
  5. Shred the cooked chicken and add it back to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the Marry Me Chicken Soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

For maximum flavor, use a whole chicken cut into 8 pieces. Blending the cooked vegetables into a smooth puree adds a velvety richness to the soup. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, and consider serving the soup with crusty bread for a complete and comforting meal.