Warm up with a bowl of this comforting homemade cream of chicken soup. Made with simple ingredients and full of flavor, this soup is perfect for any day of the week. Serve it as a standalone meal or as a side dish with some crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, ensuring no lumps.
- Add shredded chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the soup thickens.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Interesting Facts
You can customize this soup by adding vegetables like carrots, celery, or peas.
This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on how many servings you need.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.