Description

A hearty and comforting chicken potato soup with creamy potatoes, tender chicken, and a flavorful broth—perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
2 large carrots, sliced into rounds or diced
2 stalks of celery, finely chopped
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
Salt
Pepper
Thyme
1 bay leaf

Instructions

Heat olive oil and butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
Add diced chicken to the pot and season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.
Sprinkle flour over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
Gradually pour in chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add thyme, bay leaf, and diced potatoes.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
Use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup directly in the pot, or transfer a portion to a blender and blend until smooth, if desired.
Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Cook for another 5 minutes, then remove the bay leaf.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of black pepper.

Notes

[‘Let the vegetables cook down properly for maximum flavor.’, ‘Cut potatoes evenly to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Use high-quality chicken broth for the best taste.’, ‘Blend a portion of the soup for a creamier texture or leave it chunky for a heartier bite.’, ‘Leftovers taste even better the next day.’]

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 600
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 3
Protein: 15

Keywords: chicken potato soup, comfort food, hearty soup, easy dinner, creamy soup