Description
Comforting chicken potato soup warms hearts with its rich, creamy blend of tender chicken, hearty potatoes, and aromatic herbs. Simmered to perfection, this soul-satisfying soup invites you to savor each spoonful of pure, home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (450 grams) chicken breast or thighs
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
Liquid and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (1 liter) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate temperature, then introduce diced chicken and sear until golden and caramelized.
- Extract the chicken and reserve. Within the identical pot, gently soften aromatic vegetables including onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate cubed potatoes along with herbal seasonings of thyme and rosemary, complemented by salt and pepper, thoroughly mixing ingredients.
- Stream chicken broth into the vegetable mixture, elevate temperature until liquid reaches a robust boil, then reduce heat and allow gentle simmering for approximately 20 minutes.
- Reintroduce previously cooked chicken pieces into the simmering liquid, then blend rich heavy cream to create a luxurious texture, continuing to cook for an additional 10 minutes until potatoes become completely tender and soup reaches a creamy consistency.
- Conclude preparation by delicately scattering freshly chopped parsley across the surface as a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch before serving warm.
Notes
- Customize the soup’s thickness by adjusting the amount of chicken broth or cream, making it perfect for personal preference.
- Choose bone-in chicken for extra rich flavor and more tender meat that falls apart beautifully in the soup.
- Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk for lighter, dairy-free alternatives that maintain creamy texture.
- Enhance the soup’s nutrition by adding extra vegetables like spinach, kale, or diced zucchini during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg