Description
A creamy and comforting soup that captures the essence of chicken pot pie without the fuss of a crust, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup flour (for thickening)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add chicken and potatoes to the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and flour, mixing until the soup thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap half-and-half for heavy cream. To save time, use rotisserie chicken or chop vegetables the night before. This soup stores well and flavors deepen when refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American