Description
A comforting and hearty chicken potato soup featuring tender shredded chicken, soft diced potatoes, carrots, and a flavorful chicken broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cozy meals and can be customized with optional toppings such as parsley, cream, or cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Cream
- Grated cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the hot oil and cook until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the diced potatoes and sliced carrot, cooking for about 5 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.
- Add broth and simmer: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes become tender.
- Add chicken: Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
- Season: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve warm. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley, a swirl of cream, or grated cheese for added richness and flavor.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, stir in some cream before serving.
- This soup stores well and makes for great leftovers or meal prep.
- You can add other vegetables like celery or peas for added nutrition and flavor.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: International
