Description
Cozy Chicken Potato Soup that’s easy to make and full of comforting flavors, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups diced cooked chicken
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add diced potatoes and thyme, stirring to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Let simmer for around 15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in cooked chicken, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and warm through without boiling.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk. Can also use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.