Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of creamy chicken and potato soup, perfect for chilly evenings. This comforting dish features tender chicken, hearty Yukon Gold potatoes, and vibrant vegetables simmered to perfection. Rich in flavor yet easy to prepare, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve it with crusty bread for a delightful meal that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter or oil. Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add chicken & broth: Incorporate diced chicken into the pot; cook until no longer pink. Pour in enough chicken broth to cover all ingredients.
- Add potatoes & season: Stir in diced Yukon Gold potatoes, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Finish with cream: Remove bay leaves; stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: You can swap Yukon Gold potatoes with sweet potatoes for added sweetness. Consider adding kale or spinach for extra nutrients. To enhance flavor, use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.