Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup Recipe: A Comforting Delight
Creamy chicken potato soup, a comforting bowl of tender chicken, potatoes, and vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth.
Ingredients
- - 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- - 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- - 1 carrot diced
- - 1 celery stalk chopped
- - 1 small onion finely chopped
- - 3 cups chicken broth
- - 1 cup heavy cream
- - 2 tbsp butter
- - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - Fresh parsley for garnish
- - Grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened.
- 2. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 3. Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- 4. Add diced potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- 5. Stir in the cooked chicken and heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7. Serve hot, garnished with parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For a thicker consistency, mash some of the potatoes before adding the chicken. For extra flavor, add garlic or thyme during sautéing.