Creamy Chicken and Potato Soup
A warm and comforting chicken and potato soup that's creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. Perfect for cold nights or an easy family meal!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add diced chicken and potatoes to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream and flour until smooth. Slowly stir the mixture into the soup to thicken it. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan. Serve warm with crusty bread!