The Story & Intro
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.
And let me tell you… Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup is the kind of recipe that wraps you up like a soft blanket on a cold day 🥣💛.
The first time I made this creamy garlic parmesan chicken soup, I was feeling deeply homesick. Paris winters are chilly, but they’re romantic café windows fogged up, warm baguettes tucked under your arm. In America, I missed that feeling of slow comfort. So I did what I always do when my heart needs a hug: I cooked.
I remember standing in my kitchen, garlic sizzling in butter, the scent instantly filling the room. I added chicken, cream, and a generous snowfall of Parmesan cheese (because restraint has no place here 😄). One spoonful in, and I knew this creamy garlic parmesan chicken soup was going to be a forever recipe.
What I love most about this soup is how it feels indulgent but is surprisingly simple. It’s creamy without being heavy, garlicky without being overpowering, and packed with tender chicken that makes every bite satisfying. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, lazy Sundays, or anytime you need comfort in a bowl.
I’ve made this creamy garlic parmesan chicken soup for friends who were sick, neighbors who just moved in, and family who needed cheering up. Every single time, someone asks for the recipe. And today, I’m sharing it with you from my heart and my kitchen to yours 🏡✨.
🛒 Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this rich and cozy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup. Simple ingredients, big flavor.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Olive oil & butter
- Fresh garlic cloves (lots of them!)
- Yellow onion
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper
- Red pepper flakes (optional, but lovely)
- Fresh spinach or kale (optional, for a pop of green)
👩🍳 Instructions
This soup comes together in one pot my favorite kind of cooking 💃.
- Sauté the base
Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in the garlic and let it bloom until fragrant (about 30 seconds don’t let it burn!). - Cook the chicken
Add chicken breasts directly into the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let them cook gently in the aromatics for a few minutes per side. - Add the broth
Pour in the chicken broth, bring everything to a gentle simmer, and cover. Cook until the chicken is tender and cooked through. - Shred the chicken
Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return them to the pot. This step makes the soup extra hearty and comforting. - Make it creamy
Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese a little at a time, stirring constantly so it melts smoothly. - Finish & adjust
Toss in spinach or kale if using. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add red pepper flakes if you want a gentle kick 🌶️.
Let the soup simmer just a few more minutes, then it’s ready to serve.
⏱️ Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Perfect for weeknights when comfort can’t wait ⏳💛
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
This creamy garlic parmesan chicken soup shines all on its own, but ohhh, it loves company 😍.
- Serve with crusty bread, garlic knots, or warm baguette slices
- Pair with a simple green salad for balance
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan and fresh parsley on top
- Add homemade croutons for texture
I often serve this soup with toasted sourdough rubbed with a little garlic très français 🇫🇷🥖.
📝 Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan only pre-shredded cheese won’t melt properly
- Want it thicker? Add a cornstarch slurry or extra cheese
- Want it lighter? Swap half-and-half for heavy cream
- Leftovers taste even better the next day
This soup stores beautifully and reheats like a dream.
📋 Recipe Card
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup 🥣🧄🧀
⏱️ Time
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 40 min
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: spinach, red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sauté onion in butter and oil.
- Add garlic, then chicken and season.
- Pour in broth and simmer until chicken cooks.
- Shred chicken and return to pot.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan.
- Add greens, adjust seasoning, serve warm.
🍽️ Nutrition
Calories: ~420 per serving
Protein-packed, creamy, and satisfying 💪💛
Conclusion
If comfort food had a love language, it would be Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup 🥣✨. This recipe is rich without being overwhelming, cozy without being boring, and simple enough to make anytime your soul needs a little warmth.
From my French heart to your American kitchen, I hope this soup brings you the same joy it brings me slow moments, happy sighs, and empty bowls at the table.
Don’t forget to save it, share it, and make it your own. Cooking is love, after all 💕👩🍳.