Description
This easy-to-make soup captures all the comforting flavors of classic chicken pot pie in a creamy, hearty bowl, perfect for any weeknight.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Step 2: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to create a roux.
Step 4: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, then the milk and heavy cream, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 5: Add the cooked shredded chicken, frozen peas, and frozen corn to the pot. Stir to combine.
Step 6: Continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the soup is heated through.
Step 7: Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For an even richer soup, use full-fat milk or add an extra splash of heavy cream. This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or flaky biscuits for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg