Description
Indulge in the warm embrace of Chicken Pot Pie Soup, a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This creamy soup is packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth, making it the perfect meal for cozy evenings or gatherings with loved ones. Ready in under an hour, it’s ideal for busy nights when you crave something delicious without spending all day in the kitchen. Customize it to your taste by swapping in your favorite veggies or using rotisserie chicken for added convenience. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 Cup Onion, chopped
- 2 Carrots, chopped
- 2 Celery sticks, chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 Cup Flour
- 5 Cups Chicken Stock
- 3/4 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced
- 1 Cup Frozen Peas
- 1 Cup Corn
- 1/2 Cup Half-and-half cream
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir continuously for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken stock while breaking up lumps; then season with salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
- Add potatoes and simmer for approximately 10–12 minutes until just tender.
- Stir in peas and corn; bring back to a simmer before adding half-and-half and cooked shredded chicken.
- Heat through for another 10 minutes until everything is hot and well-combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For faster prep, consider using frozen mixed vegetables instead of fresh ones. Feel free to swap out chicken for turkey or tofu for diverse flavor profiles. Letting the soup sit for a few minutes after cooking allows flavors to meld beautifully.