Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
Directions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour and cream until smooth. Slowly add to the saucepan and stir until thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and artichokes and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Interesting Facts
- This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken.
- Artichokes are a good source of fiber and potassium.
- This soup is easy to customize with different herbs and spices.