Cream of Chicken Soup 🥣
This creamy, cozy Cream of Chicken Soup is pure comfort in a bowl—rich, velvety, and packed with tender chicken in every spoonful. It’s the kind of homemade classic you’ll want to save for chilly nights or share with someone who needs a warm hug. 🤍
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients:
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Optional: 1/2 cup diced carrots and celery for extra texture
How to make it:
In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a smooth roux—this is what gives your Cream of Chicken Soup that thick, velvety texture.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, making sure there are no lumps. Let it simmer gently until it begins to thicken.
Stir in the milk and heavy cream, then add the cooked chicken, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
Let the soup simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s rich, creamy, and heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you like it thicker, let it simmer a few extra minutes.
Serve warm with crusty bread or buttery crackers for the ultimate comfort meal.