The Ultimate Chicken Pot Pie Soup - One Pot Comfort Food

Creating the Ultimate Chicken Pot Pie Soup involves combining the flavors of a classic chicken pot pie into a comforting, hearty soup.

Ultimate Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Ingredients:

• Cooked chicken (shredded or diced, approximately 2 cups)
• Carrots (2-3, diced)
• Celery (2-3 stalks, diced)
• Onion (1, diced)
• Garlic (2-3 cloves, minced)
• Potatoes (2, diced)
• Frozen peas (1 cup)
• Chicken broth (4-5 cups)
• Butter (2-3 tablespoons)
• All-purpose flour (1/4 cup)
• Heavy cream (1/2 cup)
• Dried thyme (1 teaspoon)
• Dried parsley (1 teaspoon)
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• Pie crust or puff pastry for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base:

• In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables start to soften.
• Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

2. Make the Soup:

• Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for a couple of minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
• Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

3. Add Chicken and Potatoes:

• Add the diced potatoes, shredded or diced cooked chicken, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are cooked through.

4. Thicken and Add Cream:

• Once the potatoes are tender, pour in the heavy cream and frozen peas. Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes to meld the flavors and thicken slightly. Adjust the seasoning if needed.

5. Prepare Toppings:

• For a chicken pot pie essence, you can top the soup with pieces of pie crust or puff pastry that are baked separately and placed on top of the soup bowls when serving.

6. Serve:

• Ladle the Ultimate Chicken Pot Pie Soup into bowls, and if desired, top each serving with a baked pie crust or puff pastry.

This rich and comforting Ultimate Chicken Pot Pie Soup provides the comforting flavors of a classic pot pie in a warm, inviting bowl. Enjoy this flavorful dish on a cozy evening! Adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.