Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is a delightful twist on the classic dish that combines all the comforting flavors of chicken pot pie into a rich and creamy soup. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe takes less time to prepare than traditional pot pie, making it an ideal choice for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a satisfying creamy base ensures that every bowl is packed with flavor, inviting everyone to come back for seconds. This versatile soup is easy to customize with your favorite veggies and spices, making it a go-to recipe all year round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ medium onion (diced)
- 2 celery ribs (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled and diced)
- ¼ cup dry white apple vinegar
- 1 large russet potato (peeled and diced)
- 3 to 4 cups chicken broth
- 5 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; brown the chicken for about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Lower the heat; add garlic, onion, celery, and carrots to the same pot. Cook until softened.
- Deglaze with white apple vinegar.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pot and cook until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, shred it once cooled.
- In a separate medium pot, melt butter; whisk in flour until golden.
- Gradually add milk and cream while whisking until thickened.
- Stir this mixture into the soup along with shredded chicken, corn, and peas if using. Heat through.
- Adjust consistency with additional broth if necessary; season to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1¾ cups or 400g)
- Calories: 399
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 763mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 79mg