High Protein Chicken Pot Pie Soup
This hearty and creamy soup captures all the comforting flavors of a classic chicken pot pie in a nourishing bowl. Packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth, it's the p
15
Prep Time
35
Cook Time
50
Total Time
6
Servings
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
This hearty and creamy soup captures all the comforting flavors of a classic chicken pot pie in a nourishing bowl. Packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth, it's the perfect satisfying meal for chilly evenings or when you're craving something wholesome and delicious.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Step 2
2. In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and onion becomes translucent.
Step 3
3. Add minced garlic and dried thyme to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Step 5
5. Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
6. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Step 7
7. Stir in heavy cream and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until peas are heated through.
Step 8
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
Step 9
9. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of cracked black pepper.
You Must Know
- ✓For extra protein, add a can of drained and rinsed white beans or chickpeas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- ✓If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked vegetables against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
- ✓Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut - simply add it when you would normally add the cream.
Chef's Notes
For extra protein, add a can of drained and rinsed white beans or chickpeas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
If you prefer a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked vegetables against the side of the pot before adding the cream.
Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut - simply add it when you would normally add the cream.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this comforting soup with warm crusty bread or homemade biscuits for dipping. A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette makes a perfect side to balance the richness of the soup. This dish is ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or when you need a cozy meal to warm up on cold days.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
320
Calories
24g
Protein
15g
Carbs
19g
Fat
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High Protein Chicken Pot Pie Soup
This hearty and creamy soup captures all the comforting flavors of a classic chicken pot pie in a nourishing bowl. Packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth, it's the p
Ingredients (12)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and onion becomes translucent.
- Add minced garlic and dried thyme to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until peas are heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of cracked black pepper.
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