Cream of Chicken Soup

Creamy Chicken Soup – Easy Homemade Comfort in a Bowl

There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of creamy chicken soup! Rich, smooth, and filled with tender shredded chicken and colourful vegetables, this homemade soup is both comforting and satisfying.

My two kids absolutely love this.

It's a lovely way to enjoy a wholesome meal, especially on a rainy day or when you're craving something warm and delicious. The best part is that you can easily make your own chicken broth at home, giving the soup an even richer flavour.

Serve it with some roasted bread cubes or toasted bread on the side for a simple and delicious meal.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp oil

• 3 tbsp butter

• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped

• ½ onion, chopped

• ½ cup flour

• 2 cups chicken stock or broth

• 50 g frozen peas

• 20 g boiled corn kernels

• 1 small carrot, diced

• 1 bell pepper, chopped

• 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken

• Milk (as needed, to adjust the consistency)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Making Homemade Chicken Broth

I prefer making my own chicken broth at home because it gives the soup a lovely natural flavour.

1. Place the chicken in a pot and season with salt and pepper.

2. Add approximately 2 cups of water.

3. Bring to a boil and cook until the chicken is completely cooked through.

4. Remove the chicken and allow it to cool slightly.

5. Shred the cooked chicken into small pieces and keep it aside.

6. Reserve the cooking liquid to use as your homemade chicken broth.

You can use this freshly prepared broth to make the soup.

How to Make Creamy Chicken Soup

Step 1 – Sauté the aromatics

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes, until the onion becomes slightly translucent. Avoid browning them.

Step 2 – Cook the vegetables

Add the diced carrot, bell pepper and boiled corn. Stir and cook for about a minute to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 3 – Add butter and flour

Add the butter to the pot and allow it to melt. Once melted, add the flour and stir well. Cook for a minute or two, stirring continuously to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4 – Add the chicken broth

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Mix well until the flour is fully incorporated.

Step 5 – Make it creamy

Add milk gradually, stirring until you get a smooth, creamy consistency.

Step 6 – Add chicken and peas

Add the shredded chicken and frozen peas. Mix everything together and bring the soup to a gentle simmer.

Step 7 – Allow the soup to thicken

Continue stirring occasionally to prevent the soup from sticking to the bottom of the pot. As it heats, it will gradually thicken. This usually takes about 4–5 minutes.

Avoid letting the soup come to a rolling boil. Once it reaches your preferred consistency, taste and adjust the salt and pepper.

Your creamy chicken soup is ready!

Serving Suggestions

Ladle the warm soup into serving bowls and garnish with some crispy roasted bread cubes.

The crunchy bread cubes add a lovely texture to the smooth and creamy soup. You can also serve it with toasted bread or garlic bread for a more filling meal.

A Little Tip

If the soup becomes too thick, simply add a little more milk or chicken broth and stir gently until you reach your desired consistency.

Enjoy this delicious homemade creamy chicken soup with your family!

Happy Cooking! ❤️

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