Keto Marry Me Chicken Soup
Servings
4 servings
Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 25 minutes
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Total: ~35 minutes
Ingredients
Protein
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Soup Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 small onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid
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4 cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
Flavor Ingredients
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â…“ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Vegetables
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1 cup chopped spinach
Seasonings
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Cook Aromatics
Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
This step releases their rich flavor into the oil.
3. Add Broth and Chicken
Pour in the chicken broth and add shredded chicken.
Add:
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Italian seasoning
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Red pepper flakes
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Black pepper
Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
4. Add Cream
Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream.
Let the soup simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors combine.
5. Add Cheese and Spinach
Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted.
Add the spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
6. Taste and Adjust
Taste the soup and adjust salt or spices if needed.
7. Serve
Ladle into bowls and optionally garnish with:
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Extra parmesan cheese
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Fresh herbs like basil or parsley
Tips for Best Flavor
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Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for deeper flavor.
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Rotisserie chicken works perfectly and saves time.
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Let the soup rest 5 minutes before serving to thicken slightly.
Approximate Keto Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: ~420
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Net Carbs: ~4–5 g
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Protein: ~28 g
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Fat: ~32 g