Description
Creamy Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that warms your heart and soul with every spoonful. This rich, velvety soup features tender chicken breasts, fresh vegetables like carrots and celery, and a luscious creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners, this delightful recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients, making it a must-have in your kitchen rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery sticks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until tender.
- 2. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- 3. Add chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- 4. Remove chicken, shred it using forks, and return it to the pot.
- 5. Stir in heavy cream and herbs; season with salt and pepper.
- 6. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or add red pepper flakes for heat. For extra creaminess, consider incorporating cream cheese or coconut milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.