Keyword: Chicken Pot Pie Soup, Comfort Food Recipe, Cozy Soup, Creamy Soup, Family-friendly, Winter Soup
Prep Time: 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 30 minutesminutes
Total Time: 1 hourhour
Servings: 6bowls
Ingredients
Soup Base
2tbspbutterunsalted
1tbspolive oil
1cuponion
1cupcarrots
1cupcelery
1/4cupflour
4cupschicken broth
2cupsmilk or cream
Chicken and Seasoning
2cupsshredded cooked chicken
1cuppeas
1tspthyme
1tspparsley
salt
pepper
potatoes
Parmesan cheesegrated
Garnish
baked puff pastry squares or biscuit crumbles
fresh parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. - Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened. - Toss in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
Step 2: Thicken the Base
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. - Cook briefly to remove the raw flour taste.
Step 3: Build the Soup
- Slowly add chicken broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. - Pour in the milk or cream and bring to a simmer.
Step 4: Add Chicken and Peas
- Mix in chicken, peas, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. - Simmer until the soup thickens and flavors meld.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- If using puff pastry or biscuits, bake according to instructions and crumble over each serving. - Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth to maintain its consistency.