Description

Creamy, comforting, and full of flavor, this homemade cream of chicken soup is the ultimate cozy dish. Each spoonful features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich velvety broth that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a touch of nostalgia, serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

Scale

2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
2 cups fresh vegetables (carrots and celery)
1 medium onion
3 garlic cloves
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces; dice the onion and garlic.
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, pour in enough chicken broth to cover everything, and bring to a gentle boil.
Stir in chopped carrots and celery. Lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken, shred using two forks, then return it to the pot along with heavy cream.
Add thyme and rosemary; stir well before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Customize with favorite veggies like peas or corn. Substitute chicken with turkey or mushrooms for variety. For added spice, consider incorporating cayenne pepper.