Hearty and comforting cream of chicken and potato soup recipe

This cream of chicken and potato soup is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day. Made with tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and flavorful spices, this soup is a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Add the diced carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Add the diced potatoes, shredded chicken, chicken broth, dried thyme, and dried rosemary to the pot.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
6. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
7. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, until heated through.
9. Serve the cream of chicken and potato soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

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