Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Soup

When the climate turns cold then there is nothing as fulfilling as having a warm bowl of creamy chicken vegetables soup. The main flavors of this recipe are soft poultry, crisp vegetables, and thick velvety sauce combined into one delicious meal. That is suitable for family breakfast or dinner. For pre-cooking meals and, of course, to immerse yourself in the comfort food kingdom.

In this article, I’ll guide you through the steps to make this delicious soup and answer some common questions. Don’t forget to check out our recipe for Creamy Dill Pickle Soup for another creamy delight.

Why Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Soup?

Do you find yourself bored with basically tasteless soups that fail to excite your palate as well as feed your body properly?

Most of the soup recipes do not have the right proportion of taste buds. And health benefits,; one is famished for more or turns to other unhealthy dishes.

This creamy chicken and vegetable soup ticks all the boxes: reassuring, wholesomely beneficial, and extremely fast to cook! Plus, it is a one-pot dish and is easy on the wash up which can only be such a bonus.

Prep Time:   10 mins

Cook Time:    35 mins

Stand Time:   10 mins

Total Time:   55 mins

Servings:      6

Ingredients

For the Soup:

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or milk (for lighter options, use half-and-half)
1 cup diced potatoes
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup corn (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf

Optional Garnish:

Fresh parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Warm extra virgin olive oil or butter on a large pot over medium heat setting. Put in a cup onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Simmer for approximately 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the aromas released.
Add the cooked chicken, potatoes, and seasonings (thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the mixture). Allow the tomatoes and spices to mix for one minute.
Pour in the chicken broth, place the soup on the heat, letting it come to a simmer. Lower the heat and allow the stew to cook for about 10-15 minutes at which time the potatoes should be done.
Turn down the heat and gradually add the heavy cream into the sauce. Finally, add the peas and corn, and let it boil for an additional 5 minutes.
There is usually one bay leaf as a spice for cooking, the soup can be served immediately on separate plates, garnished with fresh parsley, and served with grated Parmesan cheese if preferred. Enjoy with crisp bread to make that perfect comfort food.

Nutritional Benefits

Protein-Rich: From the chicken side, lean protein that does not make one feel sleepy or sluggish is included.
Vitamin-Packed: Carrots, celery, and potatoes have the vitamins A and C available with different additions.
Comforting Creaminess: Alternatively, using cream, or something similar, thickens up the dish while not upping the calorie content too much.

Tips for Perfect Soup

Customize the Veggies: You can swap or add different seasonal vegetables such as zucchini or spinach to derive some variation.
Lighten It Up: You can use Greek yogurt instead of cream or unsweetened almond milk for the better option.
Batch Cooking: This soup can be easily freezing so it is recommended for meal preparation in advance.

Pair It Up

This soup is delicious on its own, but it pairs wonderfully with:

Crusty bread or garlic toast
A fresh side salad
Grilled cheese sandwiches

For more creamy recipes, don’t forget to explore my Dairy-free cream of chicken soup recipe.

Conclusion

Chicken and vegetable soup is one of the king’s meats for comfort foods, this is simple to prepare, versatile to modify, and full of nutrition. From breakfast when you come back from a cold morning run to dinner when you’re craving something hearty, it fits the bill.

Therefore feel free to make this creamy treat, bring it to the table, and spread the warmth and the cheerfulness.