Description
Hearty chicken potato soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and aromatic herbs. Each spoonful promises warmth and satisfaction, inviting you to savor a classic, soul-nourishing meal that feels like a culinary hug.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate temperature, introducing diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Sear meat until golden and thoroughly cooked, approximately 5-6 minutes. Transfer protein to a separate dish.
- Utilize the identical pot to caramelize aromatic vegetables including onions, minced garlic, diced carrots, and chopped celery until they become translucent and softened, roughly 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate cubed potatoes and rich chicken broth into the vegetable mixture. Elevate heat to generate a rolling boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer. Allow ingredients to meld and potatoes to tenderize, approximately 12-15 minutes.
- Carefully reintroduce previously cooked chicken pieces into the simmering liquid. Pour in velvety heavy cream and sprinkle dried thyme, allowing flavors to harmonize for an additional 4-5 minutes.
- Carefully adjust seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, ensuring a balanced taste profile. Just before serving, delicately scatter freshly chopped parsley across the surface for a vibrant, herbaceous garnish.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts to ensure lean protein and easy cutting.
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for a creamier, smoother soup texture that holds shape well.
- Adjust liquid consistency by adding more broth if soup feels too thick, or letting it simmer longer for a heartier version.
- Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk for lighter, dairy-free alternatives that maintain rich flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg